Netanyahu says he’ll seek immunity from prosecution in corruption cases

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed he will seek parliamentary immunity from prosecution in multiple corruption cases hanging over him ahead of upcoming March elections.

In a speech at Jerusalem’s Orient Hotel on Wednesday, Netanyahu clarified his intention to seek immunity, saying it would only be “temporary” and last the duration of the next parliamentary session. “There is no possibility for anyone to avoid standing trial,” he said.

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