Avichai Mandelblit says PM resignation meaningless in caretaker government, but leaves door open to keeping Netanyahu from forming a coalition in the future

Proceedings could stretch beyond next week's Yom Kippur, with Mandelblit reportedly considering adding extra day to accommodate defense

Defense lawyers for PM predict they will need many hours to finish presenting their arguments in the first of the three cases against him

5 suspects reportedly questioned over text messages sent to Avichai Mandelblit, who has been overseeing criminal investigations of Netanyahu

Despite deal being reached, prosecution agrees to one-day delay for PM's wife to study details and make final decision

Law allows for axing the AG in case of substantial, ongoing differences of opinion, but PM doesn't have much time to pick such a fight