PM's attorneys set to file request, arguing that his presence at May 24 technical hearing doesn't justify the cost of security arrangements

Lawyer for suspect says client was involved in 'legitimate criticism'; Ya'alon places blame on 'messengers' of Netanyahu

Justice Ministry says threatening messages against Mandelblit appear to be part of organized campaign, possibly linked to upcoming protest against him; PM's trial starts on May 24

Yossi Cohen objects to size of prosecution's legal team, complaining he has to face 'at least 20 prosecutors' in upcoming corruption trial

Jerusalem District Court rejects media request to allow public live video feed of opening hearings in three cases against prime minister scheduled for later this month

Prime minister will have to agree, but has in the past asked for some of his legal proceedings to be public; trial set to start later this month after coronavirus delay

Justices highlight problematic clauses, such as freezing senior appointments and non-virus-related legislation for 6 months, Blue and White's planned expansion of ‘Norwegian Law’

In session broadcast live, justices hear arguments from both sides, after indicating in Sunday session they're unpersuaded of justification to bar indicted PM from retaining post

Justices express skepticism as to whether they have authority to bar indicted Likud leader from serving as PM; will discuss his unity deal with Gantz on Monday

'Don't intervene,' Knesset and attorney general's representatives tell justices, warning of political fallout; court will also weigh legality of Likud-Blue and White coalition deal