Former U.S. President Donald Trump has strongly criticized Israeli prosecutors for continuing the corruption trial against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, describing it as unfair and politically motivated.

In a post shared on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump expressed deep disapproval over the legal proceedings, stating that the United States which provides billions of dollars in military assistance to Israel should not and would not “stand for this.”

Trump’s remarks, made public on Saturday, June 28, 2025, come amid growing political tension within Israel, as Netanyahu continues to face a series of corruption charges, including bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. The high-profile trial, which has spanned several years, remains a deeply polarizing issue in Israeli society.

“Why is Israel putting its greatest leader on trial? With all the support the U.S. gives, this shouldn’t be happening,” Trump wrote, drawing attention to the long-standing strategic alliance between the two nations.

While Trump has long been a vocal supporter of Netanyahu, this latest comment marks one of his most direct interventions in Israeli domestic affairs. Critics have raised concerns over the implications of such statements, suggesting they could be seen as an attempt to influence legal outcomes abroad.

Meanwhile, Netanyahu and his legal team have consistently maintained that the charges against him are politically motivated, arguing that the judiciary has been weaponized by his opponents.

As the trial proceeds, Trump’s comments are likely to amplify international scrutiny and intensify debates around judicial independence and political interference both in Israel and beyond.