 Hundreds of protesters call on AG Mandelblit to quitHundreds protest arrest of Attorney General's neighbors for making critical comments of him on the street. Mandelblit to Netanyahu: These are your conflicts of interestAttorney General instructs PM to transfer authority related to Justice Ministry and police appointments to another minister. 'You spoke to the Attorney-General? You're under arrest'A flippant comment tossed out on a street in Petah Tikva got Erez Nesimi arrested. A-G apologizes to former State Attorney following leaked recordingsA-G Avichai Mandelblit apologizes to State Attorney Shai Nitzan for contents of recordings published by Channel 12 News. Netanyahu will not be investigated in Submarine AffairAttorney General says not enough evidence and too much time has passed to investigate PM for shares scandal related to Submarine Affair. MK Miki Zohar: I didn't really threaten Mandelblit - but he should goZohar adds that "Judiciary is rotten to the core, with prosecutors stitching up cases."MK Zohar: Mandelblit must resign and cancel indictments against PMFollowing publication of private conversations, Zohar claims a lot more could come out, information that could "put Mandelblit behind bars." A magic carpet ride over the anti-Netanyahu protestsThe arrogant outburst at Ethiopian poice officers by a leftist ret. IDF officer is typical of those who think they own the country. Op-ed. Will Likud minister face criminal investigation over lockdown violations?Attorney General mulls whether police should open criminal investigation of Likud minister for lockdown violations and apparent cover up. 'Attorney General is invested in Netanyahu's political assassination'Internal Security Minister Amir Ohana sharply attacks AG Mandelblit, 'All his prestige and future depends on Netanyahu's conviction.' Attorney General to appeal ruling against demolishing terrorist's homeA-G Avichai Mandelblit will file for another hearing after Supreme Court blocks demolition of home of terrorist who killed soldier. Netanyahu to Mandelblit: Your inaction makes my and my family's blood cheapPrime Minister Netanyahu writes furious letter to Attorney General Mandelblit demanding he act against calls for violence against his family A-G vs minister on threats to PMAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit accuses Minister Amir Ohana of 'false accusations' following letter over threats to Netanyahu family. Rabbi David Lau: 'Praying in synagogues on holidays depends on keeping guidelines today'Israeli Chief Rabbi David Lau talks about coronavirus restrictions, upcoming fast days, and whether synagogues will be open during holidays. Women Torah scholars in Israel can take accreditation exams, attorney general saysIsraeli Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit rules that Chief Rabbinate must open up rabbinic tests to women. A-G Mandelblit considers investigating Coronavirus Cabinet leaksAttorney General says he will consider PM's request to investigate leaks of Shin Bet chief's remarks from Coronavirus Cabinet. Attorney General: We will continue to act fearlesslyAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit responds to PM Netanyahu's criticism of the legal system. Ayelet Shaked: 'Netanyahu supported Avichai Mandelblit. He'll regret that.'MK Shaked criticizes AG Mandelblit for opposing change to AG selection process, says PM Netanyahu will 'regret' supporting Mandelblit. Threats made against Attorney General MandelblitAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit files police complaint after receiving numerous threats by phone. AG to Supreme Court: 'Don't disqualify coalition agreement'AG announces following Likud/Blue & White clarification, no reason to rule coalition agreement or any of its clauses should be invalidated.AG: Netanyahu may form governmentMandelblit says difficulties raised in petition against coalition deal do not constitute sufficient grounds for judicial intervention. A-G approves making Tomb of the Patriarchs accessibleAttorney General Mandelblit approves plan to make Hevron holy site accessible to the disabled. Edelstein: My conscience will not let me fulfill court orderOutgoing Knesset Speaker refuses to carry out Supreme Court order to convene vote on his successor after announcing his resignation. INTO THE FRAY: Why Netanyahu must not step downIn stark contrast to Netanyahu, Ehud Olmert was indicted on existing interpretation of the law, no “creative” precedents were needed to prosecute him, there were no claims of selective prosecution, or allegations of police investigatory misconduct. Justice Minister Ohana shows his mettleJustice Minister Ohana came down hard on a staff member who agreed to address an organization that has given awards to those who act against Israel. Is this a sign of things to come? Shaked: Attorney General Mandelblit won't block annexation in Judea and SamariaAG won't block annexation of parts of Judea and Samaria, Shaked believes, adding that fears of Arab reprisals are overblown. A-G: Annexation? We must maintain restraintAttorney General Mandelblit commented on the possibility of Israel annexing areas of Judea and Samaria in accordance with Trump plan. Bribes, fraud, and breach of trust: Netanyahu indictment submitted to Jerusalem courtAG Mandelblit submits indictments against PM Netanyahu to court, paving the way for trial. A-G: Yazbak can run for the KnessetAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit says Balad MK can run for the Knesset after she clarified she didn't call for violence against soldiers.A-G demands explanations from MK YazbakAttorney General asks Joint List MK to explain statement she made from which support for harm to IDF soldiers may be implied. AG Mandelblit: Jerusalem municipality overstepped bounds by removing pro-family adsAG Avichai Mandelblit says Jerusalem municipality overstepped bounds when removing 'anti-LGBT' signs ahead of 2019 'Pride Parade.'AG: International Criminal Court has no jurisdiction in IsraelIsrael's Attorney General rules that the ICC in The Hague has no jurisdiction to rule on legality of Israeli 'settlements' in Judea, SamariaMandelblit: 'No point' in forcing PM to resignA-G responds to petition to force Netanyahu to resign, says such a move impossible while transition government continues. 'Something rotten in how judiciary handled PM's investigations'Zionist watchdog Im Tirtuz calls for disciplinary actions against State Prosecutor Shai Nitzan. INTO THE FRAY: Israel's legal establishment - merited mistrust?To “anyone but a rabid “Bibiphobe”, the Netanyahu indictments appear transparently contrived, indeed, a thinly veiled attempt at a legalistic coup, creating a sense of unease that Israel’s legal establishment is being exploited for political ends. Cutting through all the nonsense after the indictmentsThe charges on which Netanyahu has been indicted are absolutely non-indictable in a democracy like the United States. Major legal scholars like Prof. Alan Dershowitz, Nathan Lewin, and Prof. Avi Bell have laid it out so clearly — and so often. So this is Netanyahu's reward?When things look too good, worry. We had barely begun to rejoice over Trump's decision on Judea and Samaria when the the Attorney General dropped a bomb on Netanyahu.Mandelblit: Prosecutor's Office not in conflict with NetanyahuA-G: Unacceptable that state attorneys forced to go around with security guards because of Netanyahu investigations.50 attorneys call on AG to reject anarchists' requestAttorneys urge Attorney General Avichai Mandelblit to reject request from anarchists accused of organizing riots against IDF forces.Attorney General: PM not required to step downA-G states no legal basis to force PM out of office despite indictments for fraud, bribery, and breach of trust.Mandelblit expected to permit Netanyahu to continue as PMAttorney General expected to decide that Binyamin Netanyahu can continue to serve as Prime Minister after indictments were filed.AG forms team to probe legal queries in wake of PM's indictmentThe Movement for the Quality of Gov't is the first to petition the Supreme Court to force the PM to resign and others are sure to follow.Israel's attorney general, a Netanyahu appointee, turns accuserAvichai Mandelblit is the first attorney general in Israeli history to indict a serving premier. New poll shows New Right would win six seatsMost Israelis believe Netanyahu cannot continue as PM, but 35% believe he can. 'The Attorney General is honest and acted professionally'Ayelet Shaked defends Attorney General after Netanyahu indicted. 'Even if we don't agree with the decision, it was handled professionally.'Really, just a shame how some Israelis consume the best of our ownThe indictments, clearly anticipated, are the result of cynical politicians, despicable prosecutors who do not have the basic professionalism to reschedule a family vacation at a moment of historical import, and a holier-than-thou justice system. Indictment fever, Trump to NetanyahuProf. Alan Dershowitz wrote that the case against Netanyahu is spurious, so never mind the Leftist lawyerly talk. It is the same thing, with the same intention - to bring down a leader.Israel v. Netanyahu - the full indictmentA-G decides to indict Netanyahu for offenses of taking a bribe, breach of trust in Case 4000, and breach of trust in Cases 1000 and 2000.Mandelblit: A sad day for Israel and for me'A-G explains 'difficult' deicison to indict sitting Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu.Netanyahu charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trustMandelblit decides to prosecute the PM for bribery in Case 4000, and fraud and breach of trust in Cases 1000 and 2000.Mandelblit to make announcement on Netanyahu indictments tonightAttorney General to speak to press at 7:30 Israel time after making decision on whether to indict PM Netanyahu. A-G reaches decision on Netanyahu's casesAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit could publish decision on indictments in Netanyahu's cases as soon as Thursday.A-G requests additional checks in Case 4000Report: Mandelblit asked to re-examine publications on Walla! website and correspondence between PM's associates and the site's owner. The improper conducting of the Netanyahu investigationLeaking information from an investigation is a criminal act that harms the essence of due process. So why has it not been stopped from happening throughout the Netanyahu investigations? INTO THE FRAY: Democracy devoid of the demos?Former Justice Minister, the late ‘Tommy’ Lapid: “…the legal system in Israel is being undermined by an over-zealous State Prosecutor’s Office, that is losing esteem and credibility with each additional trial…”Final day of PM's pre-election hearing endsPM's attorneys given until end of Sukkot to submit written summaries of their oral arguments before decision on indictment. Netanyahu faces key day in bid to remain Prime MinisterFirst day of Netanyahu's pre-indictment hearings set for Wednesday, as Prime Minister mulls returning mandate to form government. |
