News for Avichai Mandelblit Sa'ar planning to split A-G's duties before end of Mandelblit's termIncoming Minister of Justice will speed up the move along with legislation that will regulate the status of the Attorney General. A-G tells Supreme Court to force Cabinet to immediately appoint Justice MinisterAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit says failure to fill Justice Minister post greatly harms public interests. Netanyahu asks Supreme Court for 48-hour extensionPM insists vote to make Ofir Akunis Justice Minister was lawful, but asks for extension for deadline to make appointment.Mandelblit opposes removing Netanyahu from officeAttorney General tells Supreme Court the current facts do not support removing PM from power. A-G urges Supreme Court to reject petition against Netanyahu forming governmentA-G Mandelblit says there is no reason to change court decision from last year that Netanyahu trial does not disqualify him from being PM. Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef to Avichai Mandelblit: 'Freeze ruling allowing hametz in hospitals'Chief Rabbi Yosef asks Attorney General Mandelblit to prevent implementation of ruling allowing desecration of Passover in hospitals. A-G: ICC has no jurisdiction to investigate IsraelAttorney General Avichai Mandelblit says he is prepared to deal with any consequences of the ICC's investigation against Israel. Avichai Mandelblit: There's no such thing as state of 'Palestine' under international lawAttorney General refers to decision of Court in the Hague: 'There's no immediate risk to any Israeli.' Avichai Mandelblit: International Criminal Court lacks any jurisdiction over IsraelAttorney General Mandelblit says ICC 'lacks any jurisdiction' over Israel, 'no sovereign Palestinian state exists.'Investigation against Shabak officials suspected of beating terrorist closedAttorney General closes investigation of Shin Bet interrogators in case of terrorist who murdered Rina Shnerb. Attorney General: 'Decision not to vaccinate prisoners was made without authority'Avichai Mandelblit states in opinion submitted to Supreme Court that Ohana's decision not to vaccinate prisoners violated their rights. Mandelblit says goodbye to Nissenkorn: 'Defender of judiciary'Farewell ceremony held for former Justice Minister Avi Nissenkorn as he leaves office and Blue and White. Attorney General to Supreme Court; My position is binding on NetanyahuAttorney General Mandelblit says his position on Netanyahu's conflicts of interests is binding on the prime minister. 'Ministers must stop cooperating with Mandelblit'Political system reacts with fury after MK Miki Zohar interrogated over comments he made about attorney general. Likud MK Miki Zohar investigated for extortion, making threatsPolice question MK Zohar in case of threats against the attorney general in what Zohar calls 'a sad day for our democracy.' 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. |
