Hollywood producer testifies at Netanyahu corruption trial

Arnon Milchan appears by video from UK to answer questions about alleged lavish gifts to Israeli PM

The Hollywood producer Arnon Milchan is testifying at the corruption trial of the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to answer questions about an alleged supply line" of champagne and cigars funnelled to Israel's leader and his wife in exchange for help with Milchan's personal and business needs.

Milchan, who appeared by video link on Sunday from the English city of Brighton, near where he is based, is a key witness whose testimony is essential for prosecutors who are trying to prove that Netanyahu committed fraud and breach of trust in one of three cases brought against him.