Netanyahu's Return to Power, Final Lock Also Released

Israel Supreme Court Rules Government Formation Possible Despite Indictment
Netanyahu Set to Become Israel's Longest-Serving Prime Minister Amid Corruption Charges

[Asia Economy Reporter Naju-seok] The final obstacle to the formation of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government has been removed. On the 6th (local time), the Israeli Supreme Court ruled that Netanyahu can form a new government despite being indicted on corruption charges.

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According to foreign media, the Israeli Supreme Court approved Prime Minister Netanyahu's government formation on that day. Netanyahu is currently indicted by the prosecution on charges including bribery and breach of trust. However, the Israeli Supreme Court concluded, "There is no reason to prevent the formation of a new government simply because he has been indicted."

Israeli civic groups opposed Netanyahu's coalition government and filed petitions.

Earlier, the Likud Party led by Netanyahu announced an agreement to form a coalition with the Blue and White Party, founded by former Chief of Staff Benny Gantz. The two sides had faced off in three elections within a year, but considering the situation of the COVID-19 pandemic, they agreed to form an emergency cabinet.

With the institutional mechanism to block the government formation removed, Netanyahu is expected to form the coalition next week. Netanyahu and Gantz will each serve as prime minister for 18 months. Netanyahu will take office first, followed by Gantz.

With this government launch, Netanyahu will become the longest-serving prime minister in Israeli history.

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