Israel's Netanyahu to face indictment hearing after polls

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will face a hearing after polls to defend himself against corruption allegations which have dogged his election campaign, the justice ministry said Monday. Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit last month announced his intention to indict the premier on charges of fraud, breach of trust and bribery, following up on police recommendations. "The hearings shall take place before July 10," the justice ministry said in a statement which told the relevant parties to prepare.