The agency’s extensive powers create significant temptation for the minister responsible for it – the prime minister – to direct the Shin Bet chief to use those powers against political opponents.
The prime minister further claimed that the "fringe group" is being "used for one goal only - toppling the government."
The Movement for Quality Government has been fighting corruption for 35 years. “This is a battle for Israel’s future as a democratic state ”says the movement’s founder, Eliad Shraga.
Argentine Judge Rafecas ordered the prosecution of Deputy Vanina Biasi for antisemitic posts, with a 10 million peso lien on her assets. She could face up to three years in prison if convicted.
The coalition resumed legislation of a new appointment method soon after Amit was appointed as permanent Chief Justice in January, despite efforts by Levin to block it.
A survey shows most Israelis support the High Court's ruling on Ronen Bar's dismissal. The Left and Center back the decision, while the Right opposes it.
Raucous court causes delays in consequential hearing • Ministers threaten to disregard ruling, paving way for constitutional crisis
Israeli society can not allow a small elite to continue its abuse and hijacking of the legal system and law enforcement.
Liberal Democrat councillor John Boyd sparks controversy by comparing Hamas to Jewish resistance fighters in the Warsaw Ghetto, while the party denounced his comments.
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: For now, Israel’s institutions are holding the line. But how long they can continue to do so under such relentless pressure remains an open question.
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