Netanyahu Requests Delay in Corruption Trial, Here Is His Reason

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu requested a delay in his corruption trial on Friday (11 April 2026) for at least two weeks on grounds of “security and secret political” matters, according to the Israeli Broadcasting Corporation. As reported by Anadolu Agency on Saturday (11 April 2026), Netanyahu did not elaborate on the reasons for his request, and it remains unclear whether the Jerusalem District Court will grant it in full or in part. The court decided on Thursday (10 April 2026) to proceed with the trial on Sunday (12 April 2026), after it had previously been suspended due to the US-Israel attack on Iran that began on 28 February. The US and Iran announced a two-week ceasefire on Tuesday (8 April 2026), mediated by Pakistan, as a step towards a possible broader agreement to halt the conflict that has resulted in thousands of deaths and injuries. US President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire followed a 10-point proposal submitted by Iran, with negotiations expected to determine if a long-term deal can be reached. Netanyahu faces charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust in three cases known as Cases 1000, 2000, and 4000. Prosecutors filed the indictments in these cases in November 2019.