"The Elephant in the Room": Herzog Spoke About Netanyahu's Pardon and Proposed a Solution
President of the State Isaac Herzog spoke about Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pardon request: "I truly believe the right way is to reach understandings and arrangements. It's hard for everyone."
Assessment
President Herzog has publicly acknowledged the possibility of a pardon for Prime Minister Netanyahu, signaling a shift from a taboo subject to a live political option. By proposing negotiated arrangements, he is attempting to steer the process away from a divisive legal showdown. The key question is whether this opens a door for coalition allies to demand concessions in exchange for supporting a pardon, or whether it deepens public distrust in the justice system. Watch for reactions from the Attorney General and opposition parties.