Attorney-General

Proposed bill could open criminal investigation into attorney general

To address this issue, the proposed bill would allow the Justice Minister to appoint an external prosecutor.

By YAKI ADAMKER
03/12/2024

The A-G is bad for business and Israel's national unity

CEOs’ praise for Baharav-Miara raises questions about democracy and governance.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks at the Knesset plenum, November 18, 2024

Plenum to debate firing of A-G on Wednesday, all coalition factions in support

Among the attorney-general’s responsibilities are providing legal advice to the government, representing the government in petitions against it, and overseeing the state prosecution apparatus.

By YAKI ADAMKER
02/12/2024

A-G: No reason to declare Netanyahu unable to serve, his testimony starts next week

At this point, Netanyahu has not sought private legal representation.

By BINI ASHKENAZI , AVRAHAM BLOCH
01/12/2024
A-G Gali Baharav-Miara attends the weekly government conference, in Jerusalem's Old City

Nearly half of ministers have signed letter in support of firing AG, minister reveals

14 out of the government’s 33 ministers have already signed the letter. If over half of the ministers sign, Government Secretary Adv. Yossi Fuchs must bring up the proposal in the government plenum.

Sara Netanyahu to stay in Miami while PM testifies in corruption trial

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's wife Sara is set to depart for a 20-day stay in Miami, coinciding with his scheduled testimony in the ongoing 1000 case.

By WALLA!
27/11/2024

ICC arrest warrants puts Israel in challenging international situation

The question is not whether Israel agrees with the decision but rather how it will deal with the consequences, which could be serious. 

By AMICHAI COHEN
27/11/2024

Five members of Ben-Gvir's office investigated over unlawfully issuing firearms licenses - report

The National Security Minister denied all wrongdoings as police continue to investigate firearm license irregularities.

Pam Bondi, Trump’s pick for attorney general, wants FBI to question pro-Hamas protesters

Trump named Bondi, who served as Florida attorney general from 2011 to 2019, on Thursday, and her confirmation is expected to face fewer hurdles.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
23/11/2024

Trump's new A-G nominee calls Palestine supporters 'ignorant children'

Pam Bondi, Trump's new nominee for Attorney-General following Matt Gaetz's resignation, is a well-known pro-Israel figure who has previously called Israel "America's most important ally."

By MAARIV
22/11/2024
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