Opposition

Belarus opposition told to 'be ready' for democracy push as rumors of leader's ill health swirl

Will Belarus' opposition leader, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, gain political traction if Lukshenko's health rapidly declines?

By REUTERS
15/05/2023

Israel's opposition to lose seat on judge selection panel without deal - Fuchs

Israel's coalition will not control the committee, which will be formed based on the existing makeup * MK Ze'ev Elkin – 'a victory for the opposition'

Most Israelis think judicial reform compromise unlikely - poll

There was a slight increase in optimism regarding both the future of democratic rule in Israel and the future of national security.

Rights groups ask Russian court to strike down law against war protests

The rights groups want Russia's Constitutional Court to rule that the ban on dissent against the war in Ukraine violates basic freedoms of conscience, expression and assembly.

By REUTERS
25/04/2023

US Orthodox Jewish leaders: Yair Lapid undermines Israeli government

In a letter, US Orthodox Jewish leaders claimed that opposition leader Yair Lapid is "driving a wedge between Israel and Jews around the world."

13/04/2023

Will the Knesset be back to judicial reform mayhem post-recess?

Political affairs: The new Knesset’s first session was dominated by the judicial overhaul controversy. What should we expect when it resumes its activity on April 30?

Only this judicial reform can save Israel from dictatorial Supreme Court - opinion

The potential consequences of delaying judicial reform go on and on. Israel cannot afford to deny justice by delaying judicial reform.

By MORTON A. KLEIN
04/04/2023
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