Netanyahu acknowledged Trump's backing, expressing gratitude on social media, while opposition leader Yair Lapid rebuked Trump's interference, emphasizing Israel's legal independence. The timing follows Trump's previous criticism of Israel's actions against Iran amidst a ceasefire agreement. Trump labeled the case against Netanyahu a "witch hunt," reminiscent of the language he used in contexts involving his own legal challenges, and reiterated that the trial should be stopped immediately.

Lapid speculated that Trump’s remarks could be an attempt to influence Netanyahu’s stance in ongoing negotiations regarding the Gaza conflict, particularly as the prime minister faces mounting pressure regarding the war's implications on both his political future and legal troubles. As Netanyahu's trial unfolds, it has been hampered by the turbulence resulting from the recent war with Hamas, further complicating the already tense political landscape in Israel.