Sources from Israel stated that while speaking on Israeli television, he branded the allegations "baseless" and pledged to continue as leader. Meanwhile Mr. Netanyahu said he was certain that the truth would be revealed. Moreover his comments follow a police statement that said there was enough evidence to indict him for bribery, fraud and breach of trust in two separate cases.
But Mr. Netanyahu said the allegations "will end with nothing". Presently the 68 year old is in his second stint as prime minister, and has served in the role for a total of 12 years. Further the attorney general's office could take months to decide if Mr. Netanyahu should face charges. He said "Some have ended with thunderous police recommendations like those of tonight. All of those attempts resulted in nothing, and this time again they will come to nothing."
Accordingly the allegation centers on a claim that Mr. Netanyahu received
gifts worth at least a million shekels from Hollywood mogul Arnon Milchan and
other supporters. Moreover Justice Minister Ayelet Shaked said any prime
minister who has been charged should not be obliged to resign and accordingly
the next legislative elections are scheduled for November 2019.
