Israeli Authorities Aware of Money Transfers From Netanyahu Trial Witness to Defense Lawyer
What happened
Reports revealed that Israeli law enforcement has known for months that Australian billionaire James Packer transferred over $1 million to the law firm of Benjamin Netanyahu's defense attorney, Amit Hadad, without opening an investigation.
How coverage differs
The English edition highlights the specific amount of $1.25 million and the lack of a police probe, whereas the Hebrew edition provides extra context on Packer's claim that the payment was for private business representation, alongside quotes from legal experts questioning the arrangement.
Original reports
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Haaretz (Hebrew) LeftSecularPro-Leftרשויות אכיפת החוק יודעות כבר חודשים שפאקר העביר מיליונים לעמית חדד, חקירה טרם נפתחה Law enforcement authorities have known for months that Packer transferred millions to Amit Hadad, investigation not yet opened
