Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is refusing to appoint a new attorney general, effectively blocking his corruption trial from proceeding, according to Chosun.
Netanyahu's trial on charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust has been stalled since March 2026. The delay stems from his failure to replace former AG Gali Baharav-Miara, who resigned.
Under Israeli law, a sitting PM cannot be tried without an attorney general in place. Netanyahu has not nominated a successor for over a month, leaving the court in limbo.
Critics accuse Netanyahu of exploiting a legal loophole to avoid accountability. The Knesset is considering legislation that would grant PMs immunity during their term.
This is not the first time Netanyahu has faced legal hurdles. His 2019 indictment led to three election cycles before a unity government was formed in 2020.
The trial's delay has sparked protests across Israel, with demonstrators calling for judicial independence. Netanyahu denies wrongdoing, calling the charges a political witch hunt.