Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's longest-serving prime minister, faced trial for bribery, fraud, and breach of trust during his tenure. He faced criticism for his handling of a Hamas attack and was analyzed by a facial recognition expert post-war, showing signs of trauma.
Key Points
16 years in office
Trial for criminal offenses during tenure
Prominent events include Gilad Schalit prisoner exchange deal, COVID-19 pandemic, and judicial reform
Analysis of facial features post-war showed signs of trauma
Pros
Longest-serving prime minister in Israel's history
Held various ministerial positions during his tenure
Cons
Indicted and stood trial for bribery, fraud, and breach of trust