After judges in Netanyahu trial reportedly warn prosecutors over strength of accusation, politicians say it shows dangers of allowing a state body to act without oversight

Attorneys said to believe bench may still be swayed by evidence yet to be presented, with possibility of plea bargain also seen as slim

Walla and Channel 13 news also report justices urged sides to reach plea bargain 'for the sake of the country'

Jonatan Urich, Ofer Golan and Yisrael Einhorn to be charged, pending hearing, for allegedly sending van with loudspeakers to home of Shlomo Filber and blaring accusations of lying

Testifying at PM's trial, Avner Borochov says stories about premier or his family had to be vetted by editor-in-chief, were purged of criticism

External attorney appointed to investigate whether former Netanyahu aide Shlomo Filber's shifting testimony invalidates his state witness agreement

Focusing on period where he lost job as communications minister with PM taking his place, Likud official says premier never gave him instructions over telecommunications company

No official decision has been submitted to the court yet; prosecution sources say if PM wants talks he can propose a plea deal, no need for external judge to be involved

According to TV report, lawyers for the prime minister 'did not rule out the idea,' although those involved don't consider it likely that an agreement can be easily reached

Judges order brief recess after defense attorneys shout at them, frustrated with the prosecution's handling of the investigations against the premier