Netanyahu to oppose expansion of criminal trial hearing days to five-days-a-week
The prime minister stepped off the witness stand last week, as the defense is due to present other witnesses
Assessment
Netanyahu's opposition to expanding trial hearings to five days a week signals a deliberate attempt to control the pace of proceedings after his own testimony ended. With the defense about to call other witnesses, a slower schedule could shape the trial's rhythm and public focus. The court's ruling on this request will indicate how much procedural leeway the defense receives.