Israel’s decision to postpone Netanyahu’s trial comes as Trump ramps up his public pressure campaign on Truth Social, calling the case a “witch hunt” that undermines a leader who helped secure victory during the 12 Day War with Iran. The Israeli charges against Netanyahu, viewed by many as politically motivated, revolve around gifts like cigars and have already begun to unravel in court.

Trump’s demand coincided with his push for a deal to end the Gaza war and bring home the remaining Israeli hostages, a move seen by some Israeli analysts as linked to Netanyahu’s legal situation. Trump has also hinted at a broader regional deal, pushing for a two-state framework with Gaza under Palestinian Authority administration and backed by Arab nations, in exchange for expanded Abraham Accords recognition and Israeli sovereignty over key parts of Judea and Samaria.

The court’s delay adds fuel to speculation that Netanyahu’s government and the Trump administration are aligned in seeking stability in the region while protecting Israel’s security interests. As the court noted “diplomatic and national security” factors in its decision, observers are watching whether Trump’s continued demands will translate into dropped charges or an eventual pardon for Netanyahu.

This development arrives amid reports that Trump and Netanyahu are working toward a comprehensive peace deal with Arab states, with goals that include hostage returns, expanded normalization, and a clear path forward in Gaza—potentially providing Netanyahu leverage at home as he faces ongoing legal battles.

Critics in Israel claim Netanyahu’s pursuit of a peace deal could be tied to personal legal survival, while supporters argue that sidelining the charges is necessary to maintain strong leadership during a volatile period for Israel’s security.

Trump’s public defense of Netanyahu echoes his own battles against politically charged investigations in the United States, positioning both leaders as targets of what they describe as unjust legal warfare while focusing on security and stability in a turbulent region.

As negotiations continue, the region remains on edge, with the outcome of Netanyahu’s trial now entangled with broader geopolitical shifts that could redefine the Middle East’s balance of power—and Israel’s political future.