Supreme Court

A US Jewish non-profit stands with the family of terrorists

It is beyond shameful that NIF-funded Hamoked prevented the demolition of the home of the terrorist who murdered Amit Ben Yigal. Op-ed.

'Knesset isn't standing up to judicial reign of terror'

MK Yisrael Eichler tells colleagues: 'Now is not the time for new elections, there'll be enough time to fight and squabble later on.'

Will Supreme Court block yeshiva students from coming to Israel?

Petition filed with Supreme Court calls for overturning of coronavirus czar's decision to grant entry to foreign yeshiva, seminary students.

'Supreme Court carried out a hostile takeover of democracy'

Former Labor Party minister Haim Ramon continues to express unusual views in the landscape of the left-wing camp.

'Meni Mazuz signed a lie today'

Attorney for bereaved families: Failure to demolish the homes of terrorists will encourage other terrorists to carry out attacks.

'There are judges in Jerusalem - for terrorists only'

Bereaved families protest before home of Justice Meni Mazuz following ruling not to destroy house of Golani fighter's murderer.

Naftali Bennett:

'Supreme Court judges have compassion for murderer's family'

Yamina Chairman blasts decision against demolition of Amit Ben Yigal's killer's house. 'Mazuz and Kara, what were you thinking?'

Bereaved father on son's grave

Baruch Ben Yigal weeps at son's grave: 'Miserable decision'

Father of fighter Amit Ben Yigal arrives at cemetery, cries over son's grave following decision to revoke demolition order for killer's home

Gantz criticizes Supreme Court: 'Very unfortunate ruling'

DM says he respects all court rulings, but thinks it was wrong in preventing demolition of Amit Ben Yigal's murderer's house.

Netanyahu calls Supreme Court decision 'Unfortunate'

'My policy is to demolish homes of terrorists and I intend to continue with it,' Netanyahu declares following revoked demolition order.

Father of murdered soldier lowers flag to half-mast

Baruch Ben Yigal visits his son's grave, lowers Israeli flag in response to court decision to ban demolition of the killer's home.

Supreme Court blocks demolition of home of soldier's murderer

Israeli Supreme Court cancels demolition order for home of Palestinian Arab terrorist who murdered IDF soldier Amit Ben Yigal.

'Supreme Court trying to dismantle Jewish family structure'

A video presentation by the National Union Party explains why a Supreme Court decision could destroy the family unit.

'Jewish blood is cheap' spray painted near judge's homes

Tel Aviv activists spray paint 'Jewish blood is cheap' outside of homes of Supreme Court justices to protest rulings on illegal immigrants.

Ruling: Prisoners not obligated to keep social distancing

Supreme Court rejects appeal by terrorists' family members, says prisoners not required to adhere to social distancing policies.

Court approves restrictions on MKs visiting terrorists in prison

Supreme Court rejects petition against Israel Prison Service policy placing restrictions on MKs' visits to terrorists in prison.

Graffiti painted near home of Chief Justice

Three residents of southern Tel Aviv detained after drawing graffiti outside home of Supreme Court President Esther Hayut.

MK Zohar: We didn't know we would be in this situation

Coalition chair explains how proposal to investigate High Court conflict of interest failed, says its passage could have dismantled gov't.

New bill would let Knesset elect Supreme Court chief justice

Yamina MK Bezalel Smotrich drafts bill which would transfer power to choose chief justice of Supreme Court to the Knesset.

Court ruling may force aid recipients to follow US Israel policy

US Supreme Court upholds administration’s condition for NGOs to receive fund to fight AIDS in case which could have implications for Israel.

The 'threatening' activist: Shafi Paz

Southern Tel Aviv activist Shafi Paz says she put stickers accusing Supreme Court of making Jewish blood cheap on judge's mailbox.

Blue & White demands changes to laws not in coalition agreement

Blue and White may agree to change law so that Supreme Court can't force takeover by Benny Gantz - if Likud agrees to other changes.

'I will not allow the justice system to be harmed'

New Justice Minister Avi Nissenkorn states that "there will be no overrule clause" as long as he holds office.

Judicial overreach and the sovereignty imperative

Excessive judicial intervention into the purview of the legislature may have some unintended consequences. Op-ed.

Supreme Court and law in Judea, Samaria and Jordan Valley

"Annexation" is not necessary because Israel had and has the best claim to these areas.

Supreme Court overturns Regulation Law

Court declares law to normalize thousands of homes in Judea and Samaria unconstitutional.

Gantz requests delay for passage of Draft Law

Defense Minister asks Supreme Court for 3-month extension to September to pass new Draft Law, citing recent formation of new government.

Supreme Court rejects appeal to reopen event halls

Supreme Court rejects appeal to move up date for reopening event halls, says Health Ministry's reasoning is sound.

'Man under indictment establishing government - a moral failure'

Supreme Court publishes full arguments in decision not to prevent Netanyahu from forming government while under indictment.

Hundreds demonstrate against Israeli Supreme Court

Demonstrators gather in Tel Aviv to protest Israeli Supreme Court's rulings against terrorist home demolition, infiltrator deportations.

'Netanyahu used to defend the judiciary - till it turned on him'

MK Smotrich is promoting "French Law" that would protect serving prime ministers from being questioned on minor charges.

Ayelet Shaked to A7:

'We'll promote sovereignty without Palestinian state'

Former Minister Shaked: 'I built conservative camp in Supreme Court; we'll pay many years for Netanyahu mistake giving Nissenkorn Justice.'

Some homes already demolished, stresses victim's father

Atuna was not 'the murderer' - he was one of a gang. Media portrayal is misleading.

Bennett: Supreme Court ruling 'destroys our deterrence'

"We had reached a level of zero terror attacks, but the Court is destroying our deterrence," says former Defense Minister.

Supreme Court:

Judea and Samaria authority heads will not be investigated

Supreme Court rejects Peace Now petition asking court to order Judiciary investigate authority heads for illegal construction involvement.

High Court rebukes left-wing groups: 'Hitching a ride on corona'

Supreme Court deletes petition of left-wing groups to require state to connect illegal Bedouin settlements to electricity and internet.

Jerusalem Day festivities to be held - but on a smaller scale

Court orders police, Jerusalem Day event organizers to reach compromise, leading to deal which would allow limited human chain, Kotel event.

Yom Yerushalayim:

Flag Dance: Supreme Court to decide event layout tomorrow

Supreme Court to discuss flag dance organizers' petition to determine how traditional parade will look like on Jerusalem's holiday.

Supreme Court rejects petition to open Temple Mount to Jews

Ruling reads: 'Jewish ascent to prayer on Temple Mount, even if in small numbers, is liable to violate symmetry and reciprocity.'

Judicial overreach - Are the chickens coming home to roost?

There is a growing sense that the aura of infallibility given the Supreme Court, forming the basis of its power, is beginning to dim. Op-ed.

Poll: Support on left for decision allowing PM to form gov't

Recent poll indicates overwhelming support for Supreme Court decision allowing Netanyahu to form next governmemt.

Protest: Stop the Supreme Court dictatorship!

Protesters outside the home of Court President Esther Hayut chanted: 'You're a disgrace,' and 'The people are the masters.'

Smotrich slams 'very activist' Supreme Court ruling

'Although court decided not to intervene, its reasoning lays out legal infrastructure that will allow it to intervene in any future matter.'

Supreme Court rules:

Green light for Netanyahu-Gantz government

Supreme Court judges reject petitions seeking to prevent Binyamin Netanyahu from forming the next government.

Poll: Israelis' faith in Supreme Court dependent on politics

New poll shows 70% of Likud voters, but just 14% of Labor-Gesher-Meretz voters, believe Supreme Court rulings are politically motivated.

'The people elected me, the court should not interfere'

Netanyahu: The Likud got more votes than any party in the history of the country. A huge majority wants the government we are establishing.

Shaked: Majority in Knesset for override clause

Yamina MK Ayelet Shaked warns Supreme Court could intervene in Basic Laws because of rotation agreement between Blue and White, Likud.

Chief Justice: 'People voted for the list and get skipped over'

Supreme Court opens second day of petitions against establishing government this morning. Today's hearing to focus on coalition agreement.

Supreme Court to deliberate on coalition deal today

Will Israeli Supreme Court strike down Likud-Blue & White coalition agreement - likely sending Israel to new elections - or greenlight deal?

Large convoy protests High Court's 'judicial dictatorship'

Convoy sets out to protest Supreme Court's decision to hear petitions against the Likud-Blue and White unity government deal.

Supreme Court hears petitions against Netanyahu forming gov't

Hearings against Netanyahu forming gov't, coalition deal begin. Attorney representing AG: "Election results must be honored."

Blue and White warns High Court: Don't meddle in agreement

Senior Blue and White officials warn court that it will be harmed in the event of elections and a likely crushing right-wing victory.

Supreme Court to discuss petitions against Netanyahu

A panel of 11 judges will rule whether Netanyahu can form the next government in the wake of his indictment.

Protesters rally in Israel against Netanyahu-Gantz coalition

In Tel Aviv, 1,500 hold socially-distant gathering to protest unity government.

Sa'ar: Supreme Court has no respect for the legislature

Likud MK: The judiciary should only intervene in legislation in rare cases - but it has become routine.

Supreme Court orders to allow chametz in hospitals on Passover

Judges accept Secular Forum and Adalah organization petition. Transport Minister: 'Court continues to destroy principles of Jewish State.'

Protesters decry 'judicial dictatorship' outside Supreme Court

Dozens protest court's decision to hear petitions next week against Likud-Blue and White unity deal. "We are no longer a democracy."

Supreme Court to hear cases against Netanyahu

Supreme Court to hold 2-day panel next week on petitions to ban Netanyahu from forming government over his indictments.

Blue & White: Supreme Court must reject anti-Netanyahu petition

Likud, Blue and White, demand Supreme Court reject petition opposing unity government and PM Netanyahu.

'Judges need to realize this is a democracy, not Iran'

Dozens gather outside home of Supreme Court Chief Justice, protesting move to void infiltrator Deposit Law.