Israeli President Isaac Herzog canceled a planned trip to New York next week, officially citing his heavy travel schedule and the broader regional situation.

•� � However, a report claims the real reason was concern that President Trump could pressure Herzog to grant a pardon to Prime Minister Netanyahu.

•� � Herzog had been expected to attend the annual Jewish Theological Seminary gala, where he was set to receive an award.

•� � Herzog’s office strongly denied the claim, calling it “fake news” and insisting the cancellation was unrelated to Netanyahu’s legal situation.