Trump urges pardon for Netanyahu over 'cigars and champagne'

Trump Urges Pardon for Netanyahu

US President Donald Trump suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should be pardoned from corruption charges.

Netanyahu and his wife Sara are accused of accepting over $260,000 worth of luxury goods, including cigars, jewelry, and champagne, from billionaires in exchange for political favors.

"Cigars and champagne, who the hell cares about that?"

Trump referred to Netanyahu as one of Israel's greatest wartime leaders. Netanyahu is currently on trial in three separate corruption cases.

Author's summary: Trump supports Netanyahu's pardon.

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Al-Monitor Al-Monitor — 2025-10-13