Netanyahu's Body Language Reveals Tension and Confusion During Court Appearance in Tel Aviv

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu exhibited significant tension and confusion during his recent testimony at the central court in Tel Aviv regarding the bribery case known as "Case 1000."

According to a report by Maariv, Netanyahu, who is typically known for his confidence in front of cameras, appeared to be in a state closer to "disarray" during his questioning. His responses contradicted previous statements, particularly when discussing gifts received by him and his wife, Sara, from a close friend, including champagne, cigars, and accessories.

A body language expert consulted by the newspaper noted that Netanyahu frequently shifted between sitting and standing, raising his voice to a near shout when the charges were addressed. His gaze seemed distracted as he occasionally looked around the room. The expert attributed this behavior to "low concentration" and "internal resistance to the notion of the trial," suggesting that pressure increased following comments from the U.S. President on the possibility of a pardon.

The expert indicated that Netanyahu aimed to use his court appearance to persuade judges and investigators that the case was a personal attack against him. This strategy involved a technique described as "look over here," where he occasionally raised his voice and adopted a stern tone to divert attention from the core of the questioning.

In response to a question regarding the substantial amounts of champagne received by him and his wife, Netanyahu contradicted his earlier statements by claiming, "I don’t like champagne," and added that Sara drinks it "in very moderate amounts," before stating, "The one who really liked champagne was Shimon Peres."

These behaviors, according to the report, reflect the psychological stress Netanyahu faces as he confronts this long-standing legal challenge.