After Netanyahu refuses to give info on his finances and relationship with billionaire US businessman, committee says PM can't accept funds, reiterates he must repay cash received

Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan, a key figure in Case 1000 against Netanyahu, sends scathing letter to lawyer Boaz Ben Zur, who is expected to move to premier's defense team

Blue and White leader blasts PM's 'corrupt dance... to evade justice'; Lapid says premier built 'corrupt megaphone' of media control

As he assigns cabinet portfolios, is the prime minister deliberately undermining senior Likud members who may pose a political threat?

Likud MK Miki Zohar signals push for immunity from prosecution if premier forms government after September elections

But lawyer Amit Hadad insists Mandelblit should reconsider delay, complains of too much material and too little time to prepare

PM expected to announce he will take part, but will also repeat objections and demand more time time to prepare; also weighing appeal to High Court

With Netanyahu facing Monday deadline to confirm attendance on October 2, the premier may agree to the date only to later seek postponement once more

In new leaks of testimony by Hollywood producer, Arnon Milchan tells investigators Netanyahus never gave him presents in return; PM's office denies report

Prime minister argues 'exceptional' return to polls demands exceptional attitude by justice officials, calling decision 'inconcievable'