Court finds remarks by Rami Ben-Yehuda in social media video were political statements; determines freedom of speech takes priority over attorney Liat Ben-Ari's peace of mind

Sagit Afik says legislation fills gap in law, argues that it does not affect PM's conflict of interest deal and therefore shouldn't be delayed or struck down

Avi Alkalay describes 'very aggressive mental coercion' that slanted coverage in premier's favor in 2015-2016, says website was 'a servant of a single family'

Gali Baharav-Miara expected to submit her position on the matter in light of petitions to the High Court; judges said to receive upped security due to threats

Court administration rejects justice minister's request for Netanyahu to come, as prime ministers do not typically attend such events and because his trial judges will be there

Security officials say panel may damage security, following warnings that it could reveal operational secrets

Office director Yossi Shelley said to initially refuse to extend term of Shlomit Barnea Farago, seen as premier's adversary; backtracks after being told it is akin to firing her

Judges also reject allegations made in a public complaints process that they are intimidated by the PM's trial due to its political and social sensitivities

Yinon Magal testifies for 2nd day in Netanyahu graft trial, saying police were uninterested in hearing of coverage being skewed for other politicians; court breaks until September

Yinon Magal says there were 'political and economic pressures' on the news site to remove unfavorable coverage, including of PM's family and associates