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Israeli defense minister seeks pardon for Elor Azaria

Filed: Jul 14, 2026 at 9:06 AM ET
Summary: Israel Katz asked President Isaac Herzog to pardon Elor Azaria and expunge his criminal record.
WHO: Israel Katz
WHAT: Requested that President Isaac Herzog pardon Elor Azaria and expunge his criminal records
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 8:41 AM ET
WHERE: Israel
WHY: To support Azaria’s request for a presidential pardon and expungement of his criminal record after his conviction.
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