Political rivals slammed decision to postpone PM's corruption trial, but due to widening COVID-19 pandemic, governments across the world are shutting courtrooms as well

As country slows down with introduction of fresh far-reaching rules in attempt to stop pandemic, May 24 date announced just two days before scheduled hearing

Justice minister warns there is ‘real fear of serious harm to public health’ if the court system continues as normal

Attorney general says Likud's Amir Ohana acting out of obvious political interests, says he will not be deterred by attacks against him

Blue and White leader says final figures could be like April's, when Netanyahu could not form coalition, vows he'll 'continue to fight'

PM agrees with party chiefs from his bloc to assemble new coalition as soon as possible, though exit polls say they’re one seat short of a majority

Netanyahu, Likud ministers, Yamina party says Gantz 'misunderstands' democracy after he warns of danger to country if High Court's powers are curtailed

Attorney general pushes back after Blue and White head questions timing of investigation into company he once led, shortly before the elections; says no elected officials suspected

Rival Benny Gantz accuses prime minister of a campaign ploy to court pro-legalization vote, claims premier will not make good on promise

Blue and White chief questions timing of decision to probe company he once led, shortly before the elections; though not named as suspect, police said weighing phone search