Netanyahu’s ongoing corruption trial, covering three cases with charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust, remains far from resolution as of October 2026. Judges have repeatedly highlighted evidentiary weaknesses in the most serious bribery allegation from Case 4000 after the prime minister completed nearly 100 days of testimony in June, prompting suggestions that prosecutors consider dropping it. The defense phase with additional witnesses continues under an accelerated five-day weekly schedule aimed at advancing proceedings before the presiding judge’s planned 2028 retirement, yet closing arguments and any verdict could still take years. Earlier plea discussions and Netanyahu’s continued political role amid elections have reinforced trader views that conviction is unlikely in the near term.