Netanyahu’s ongoing corruption trial in Jerusalem District Court remains in the defense phase after the prime minister completed nearly 100 days of testimony earlier in 2026. Judges have repeatedly signaled evidentiary weaknesses in the central bribery charge of Case 4000 and urged prosecutors to consider dropping it, while the remaining fraud and breach-of-trust counts face continued scrutiny during witness examinations. Recent testimony from former Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit highlighted gaps in oversight of police actions, bolstering defense arguments. With hearings now accelerated to five days per week ahead of the presiding judge’s 2028 retirement and national elections scheduled for October 27, traders see substantial procedural and political barriers to a conviction before any potential resolution or shift in government.