Defense counsel asked the court to dismiss the indictment, arguing immunity as a head of state.
Key figures
Sep 2, 2026Motion to dismiss filedSource: Motion (PDF)
Oct 2, 2026Deadline for the prosecution responseSource: Motion (PDF)
Nov 17, 2026Hearing set on the motionSource: Reuters
Figures come from the court record and the reporting linked on this page.
Details
The defense filed a motion to dismiss the charges on immunity grounds. Prosecutors were given until October 2, 2026 to respond in writing.
The court set a hearing for November 17, 2026 to consider the motion. If the motion is denied and the case continues, the trial date currently on the docket is June 14, 2027.
Documents & Sources
Motion to dismiss the indictment (memorandum of law)Defense counsel filing · Sep 2, 2026