Premier refuses to comment on announcement of charges against his aides in major graft probe, says proposal for direct elections for PM 'must be looked into'
‘When there’s a real case, you don’t need 333 witnesses,’ premier tweets, appearing to accuse Mandelblit -- a Netanyahu appointee and associate -- of political bias against him
Potentially delaying full indictment for months, Eyal Yinon rules House Committee cannot be compelled to convene for ruling on immunity, Knesset can't decide issue without it
Attorney general releases huge list of prosecution witnesses, including who's who of PM's associates, rivals, and numerous names not previously known to be linked to investigation
Prime minister has until January 1 to ask for immunity; Mandelblit designates Jerusalem District Court as trial bench, includes 333 witnesses to be called by state
5,000 demonstrators gather in Habima Square bearing signs reading 'Strong democracy, strong Israel,' days after premier's supporters hold tense rally in city
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