Articles about Judicial Reforms

Mass protests across Israel ahead of first judicial overhaul vote

All Israel News Staff February 20, 2023

Protest organizers defined Monday as a “national day of struggle”

President Isaac Herzog speaks at a Bible lesson as part of the 929 initiative at the President's Residence in Jerusalem, February 19, 2023. (Amos Ben Gershom/ GPO)

Israeli president continues to seek compromise on judicial reform, says possible ‘within days’

All Israel News Staff February 20, 2023

Herzog gives example of 'resolution through dialogue' from Book of Joshua

US ambassador urges Netanyahu to slow down Israel’s judicial-reforms plan

All Israel News Staff February 19, 2023

Nides' remarks likely reflect the Biden administration’s growing concerns that the reforms could change the character of the Jewish state

Judicial Reform Protests

Ahead of first Knesset readings, thousands take to streets for 7th week of protests

All Israel News Staff February 19, 2023

As Israeli justice minister vows to push ahead, some far-right coalition members continue to urge compromise

THE WEEK AHEAD: Judicial reform bills move to first reading, UN Security Council to discuss Palestinian terror and settlement expansion, Israel and Saudi Arabia to develop closer ties, and Russia-Ukraine war anniversary

All Israel News Staff February 19, 2023

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Disagreements within Likud party may threaten coalition

All Israel News Staff February 17, 2023

Issues such as judicial reforms compromises and the passing of the “Deri 2.0” bill reportedly causing tensions among party members

Dozens of Orthodox religious leaders urge dialogue around judicial reform

All Israel News Staff February 15, 2023

In an open letter, the leaders addressed their opponents as “dear and beloved brothers” and called for unity

Deri 2.0: Bill enabling Shas leader to return as minister could reach Knesset next week

Nicole Jansezian February 15, 2023

Second attempt at restoring convicted Knesset member to minister position underway

ANALYSIS

Does the issue of judicial reform pit right vs. left in Israel?

Nicole Jansezian February 15, 2023

Not really, but it does raise the important distinction of Democracy vs. Rule of Law: Despite claims by proponents of judicial reform that only “left wingers” oppose the bill, right wingers, religious Israelis also voiced opposition

Opposition leaders reject offer to meet until judicial reform legislation is halted

All Israel News Staff February 14, 2023

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