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James Packer’s gifts a factor in Netanyahu indictments

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Published: 15 February 2018

Last updated: 4 March 2024

Australian casino billionaire James Packer will not face charges over his role in the scandal engulfing Israel's prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu.

James Packer won't be charged for his role in Netanyahu scandal (SMH)
Mr Packer was named by Israeli police on Tuesday night as one of the key figures in its months-long investigation that has led to recommendations of extraordinary corruption charges against Mr Netanyahu.

The police recommended the prime minister face charges of "fraud and breach of trust" over his relationship with Mr Packer, but the recommendation does not automatically mean he will face prosecution.

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