Israel Police announced on Wednesday that the investigation into MK Eli Cohen, on suspicion of issuing diplomatic passports for non-professional considerations, has been forwarded to the state prosecution for a final decision, according to the police.
The case against MK Eli Cohen (Likud) marks the formal completion of the police investigation phase in a probe that has been running for months. Police announced they have concluded their evidence-gathering and forwarded the file to prosecutors, who will now decide whether to file an indictment. The investigation centered on allegations that Cohen, while serving as foreign minister, authorized the issuance of diplomatic passports based on improper considerations rather than official state needs. The police recommendation carries no presumption of guilt but signals the investigative body believes there is sufficient evidence for a criminal case. As The Zioneer reported at 11:09 this morning, the investigation had been formally concluded; this afternoon's police statement confirms the file has been officially transferred for a prosecutorial decision. The decision to prosecute now rests with the state prosecution, with no timeline yet set.
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