Israel's Civil Service, while essential for running government institutions effectively, is rarely a matter for the limelight, but a recent shift in its leadership has seen the Supreme Court overrule both the Prime Minister and an existing law.
Tens of thousands rally outside Supreme Court against judicial interference, declaring support for elected government and national priorities.
Prime Minister Netanyahu called on Israelis to attend a right-wing rally expected on Thursday in Jerusalem, calling it "a demonstration against the rule of the bureaucrats. Who are you? Were you elected Prime Minister?"
After losing custody, genetic parents of Sophia, IVF mixup baby, petition Supreme Court for new hearing. 'This case will shape Israeli family law for generations.'
Supreme Court rules on dismissal of Shin Bet chief even after the government withdrew the dismissal in light of Bar's resignation.
Supreme Court rejects genetic parents' appeal, upholds District Court decision to allow Sophia, now 2, to remain with her birth parents.
"We need to oust the Attorney General. If the Supreme Court wants to reinstate her – let them. After that, we’ll deal with all of the Supreme Court’s decisions," says Minister David Amsalem.
Knesset Constitution Committee Chair Simcha Rothman warned of public distrust and judicial overreach in a case involving a former Netanyahu advisor and vowed to fight misuse of power.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed in an affidavit to the Supreme Court that Ronen Bar lied about having given warning of the war.
Netanyahu to the ministers before submitting an affidavit against the Shin Bet Chief: 'What you will reveal about what Ronen Bar ordered an hour before the massacre, including transcripts, will shock you.'
Supreme Court demands Israeli government explain why haredim have not been drafted on a scale appropriate for IDF's needs.
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu said that the halakha does not require one to obey a Supreme Court ruling if it contradicts the law.
A new report suggests that the added time is due to the Prime Minister's Office working to reach a compromise with Bar.
In the affidavit he will submit to the Supreme Court in against his dismissal, the Shin Bet chief is expected to attack the political echelon and also set a date for the end of his term.
Justices again call on govt. and AG to reach a compromise on the dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, reject PM's request to lift the interim order keeping Bar at his position.
Israeli Supreme Court states Israel has no obligation to provide electricity to Gaza and the petition demanding it do so is non-justiciable,
Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg sworn in as court's Deputy Chief Justice, minister who boycotted Chief Justice's swearing-in ceremony attends Sohblerg's.
Minister Smotrich blasts the Supreme Court's ruling which froze the dismissal of the Shin Bet chief, calls on the Prime Minister not to cooperate with Ronen Bar.
Court rules Bar must remain in his position for the time being, allows candidates to replace him to be interviewed but not announcements on who will be the next Shin Bet chief.
Supreme Court Justice Noam Solberg proposes having the Senior Appointments Advisory Committee deal with the issue of the government's attempt to fire Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar.
Multiple ministers denounced the Supreme Court today for its handling of the hearing regarding the dismissal of Ronen Bar.
The Israeli Supreme Court will hear eight petitions filed against the government's decision to dismiss Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.
The former head of the Shin Bet, Yoram Cohen, claims in an affidavit submitted to the Supreme Court: "Netanyahu asked me to exploit the Shin Bet's authority for personal political purposes."
State asks court to reject petitions against the firing of Ronen Bar, citing the crisis of trust between the government and bar at a crucial time.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin calls on government not to work with ISA chief Ronen Bar if Supreme court cancels his dismissal. 'You'll see that he'll get up and leave.'
Supreme Court justices criticize Tel Aviv municipality for its opposition to the traditional gender-segregated prayers in public places in its opposition to the prayers of the Rosh Yehudi organization.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara asks Supreme Court to delay hearing on appeal against National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's appointment as minister, citing 'progress' in discussions.
National Unity Party chairman abstains from opposing the appointment of Eli Sharvit as ISA Director, but said that Netanyahu needed to wait for the Supreme Court to hear the petitions against Bar's dissmissal.
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Israel is not required under international or Israeli law to allow humanitarian aid to enter the Gaza Strip.
National Security Minister calls on Supreme Court to order the Attorney General to disclose all material related to the Shin Bet investigation against him. 'Shock to every citizens in a democratic country,'
Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Supreme Court Justice Gila Canfy Steinitz, demanding she cease interference in government decisions. 'In a sane world, ISA chief would have stepped down or been fired a day after the massacre.'
Court rules that the PM can interview candidates to head the Shin Bet, rejecting Attorney-General Baharav-Miara's argument that these interviews cannot be done now, but keeps in place order preventing current Shin Bet chief from being dismissed.
In its reply to the requests for an interim ruling on the petitions against the dismissal of the ISA Director Ronen Bar, the government claims that it has the power to dismiss him and therefore it can not be petitioned.
Former Justice Minister Haim Ramon recalls how then-Deputy Attorney General Meni Mazuz insisted that the Israeli government be able to dismiss an ISA chief - even without stating a reason for the dismissal.
The Supreme Court will hear the petitions against the dismissal of ISA Director Ronen Bar on April 8th.
I am not naïve. I could write extensively here against our current Supreme Court. Opinion.
Supreme Court freezes dismissal of ISA chief Ronen Bar, until hearing can be held. 'We hereby issue a temporary order suspending the government's decision until a different decision is made.'
Appeal to prevent government from firing ISA chief Ronen Bar rejected outright by Supreme Court. 'Appeal must be submitted after government decision, not before.'
The Supreme Court outright rejects the petition against the government's intention to dismiss ISA Director Ronen Bar, tells petitioners they can return once the government makes a decision.
Yesh Atid, National Unity, Yisrael Beiteinu, and the Democrats warned the Prime Minister and Attorney General that they would submit a petition against the decision to fire ISA Director Ronen Bar.
In its response to a petition regarding the cessation of aid to Gaza, the State demands that the Supreme Court not intervene, arguing that this is a security decision subject to the discretion of the executive branch.
A coalition of organizations has urgently petitioned the Supreme Court to prevent the government and military from stopping humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Supreme Court president Yitzhak Amit has faced unusual resistance from other highly placed officials. What stands behind this opposition?
How judges, generals and bureaucrats abolished Israel's democracy. Opinion.
The Israeli Supreme Court stated that the principle of transparency is overruled by the government's legal right to withhold publication of an agreement that involves state security and foreign affairs.
Israeli President decries decision by Prime Minister, Knesset Speaker not to attend the inauguration of new Supre Court President Justice Yitzhak Amit. 'No place for 1 branch to boycott another.'
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Justice Minister Yariv Levin will not attend the swearing-in ceremony for Supreme Court Chief Justice Yitzhak Amit, after the police and court refused to investigate the allegations against him.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara instructs Director General of Israel's Labor Ministry to end daycare subsidies for young yeshiva students who are required to serve in the IDF.
Supreme Court Justices asked coalition representatives to submit names of two district judges to replace Esther Hayut and Anat Baron.
The nonprofit Israel Democracy Guard has sued for the full details of the deal with Hamas to be made available to the public.
Coalition representatives boycott vote to elect Justice Yitzhak Amit as President of the Israeli Supreme Court. Justice Minister Levin refuses to recognize the appointment.
Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara pens sharp letter to Justice Minister Yariv Levin, ordering him to drop investigation of conflict of interest complaints against Supreme Court Justice Yitzhak Amit.
State Attorney’s Office submits position on the petition filed to the Supreme Court against hostage release deal: The heart goes out to the petitioners and the other families affected by terror, but the petition should be dismissed. Supreme Court rejects the petitions.
The Choosing Life forum has filed a Supreme Court Appeal against the release of terrorists in the hostage deal.
In a discussion with members of National Unity Party, MK Eisenkot says that the outline of Ministers Sa'ar and Levin is not so bad and speaks out against the seniority system.
Justice Yitzhak Amit, candidate for Supreme Court Chief Justice, appeared in a personal lawsuit under a different name and did not report the case to the Supreme Court. Judicial authority: 'Insane claim.'
Court rejects petitions by families of terrorists demanding that the State return the bodies of the terrorists, rules Cabinet's security considerations and efforts to secure the release of the hostages through negotiation should not be interfered with in this matter.
The Supreme Court invalidated a clause that gave the National Security Minister authority over investigations and called for greater police independence.
Right-wing movement Im Tirtzu launched a poster campaign against Supreme Court rulings on prisoners, drawing condemnation from the judges.
Court issues order on petition demanding that security prisoners and terrorists be provided with the same amount as food as other prisoners
