Supreme Court to state:
Justify your conditions for ending the war
Justice Khaled Kabub gives state until Aug. 24 to explain how and to whom it must account for its decisions on ending fighting and securing hostage releases.
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‘What do you wish to hide?’
AG Miara faces harsh rebuke from judges
In a rare rebuke, Justices Sohlberg and Willner fault AG Miara for inadequate answers and allege concealment of critical legal and factual information.
Defying The Supreme Court:
Government to vote on dismissing Attorney General
The government is expected to immediately begin the process of finding a new Attorney General after the vote to dismiss Gali Baharav-Miara.
Ministers to Supreme Court:
AG can't be dismissed through legal process
Justice Minister Yariv Levin, Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli tell Supreme Court government unable to implement proposal for Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's dismissal, citing widespread disqualification of potential committee members.
Conflict of interest?
MKs slam judge who got award from Mufti he ruled in favor of
MKs are calling for an investigation after Justice Kabub delayed the demolition of Mufti Sabri’s illegal home, despite having received an award from him in the past.
Supreme Court rejects left-wing bid to protect Attorney General
The Deputy President of the Supreme Court, Justice Noam Sohlberg, rejected a left-wing organization's request to join the petition against the dismissal process of Gali Baharav-Miara.
AG demands
'Supreme Court can't allow my dismissal'
In response to Judge Solberg's ruling, the Attorney General calls for halting the process until a judicial decision is made regarding the legality of changing dismissal rules.
'Zero'
Confrontation during debate on terrorists' conditions
During hearing on left-wing petition to improve the conditions of terrorists, one of the attendees shouted "Zero" at Minister Ben Gvir.
Supreme Court
Hearing on dismissal of AG can't be canceled
Supreme Court Justice Noam Sohlberg rejected the petitions that sought to stop the hearing for Gali Baharav Miara and freeze the process of her dismissal.
The strike at Al-Baqa and a leaderless Shabak
Netanyahu says Bagatz is endangering national security. Perhaps it is also affecting operations.
Public spat between Supreme Court justices in Shin Bet hearing
During the hearing on the appointment of Major General David Zini as head of the Shin Bet, a conflict arose between President Amit and Justices Stein and Canfy-Steinitz regarding the position of the Attorney General.
Former MK:
'We should bulldoze the Supreme Court President'
Former Knesset member Moti Yogev sharply criticized the behavior of the Supreme Court and the Attorney General in the hearing regarding the appointment of David Zini to lead the ISA.
Supreme Court hears petitions regarding ISA appointment
The case represents a central part of the conflict between Israel's judicial and executive authorities. It will be broadcast live on the Supreme Court website.
Yair Netanyahu:
'Protests made me flee Israel'
Yair Netanyahu claimed in a recent interview that the protests against him grew so violent that he had to move to Miami - and that even there, protesters spent a fortune tracking his movements.
State requests extension for haredi draft lawsuit
The state has petitioned the Supreme Court for a 16-day extension for its response to the petition regarding sanctions against young haredim who refuse to enlist.
An end to an era:
Supreme Court won't review IVF mixup ruling
Supreme Court rejects genetic parents' request for additional hearing on custody of IVF mixup baby Sophia, closing the case and ensuring she remains with her birth family.
Amid Iran conflict:
IDF requests extension for response on Draft Law petition
IDF set to request extension for response to Supreme Court petition regarding Draft Law, citing the ongoing conflict with Iran; emphasizes 50,000 draft orders will be sent to haredim as scheduled.
Justice Minister Levin:
'I do not recognize Judge Yitzhak Amit'
Justice Minister states in TV interview that Judge Yitzhak Amit "is not the President of the Supreme Court - I do not recognize him and will not recognize him because he was elected through an invalid and illegal process."
In Depth:
The Civil Service Commissioner Controversy
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.
Watch live:
Government supporters protest Supreme Court in Jerusalem
Tens of thousands rally outside Supreme Court against judicial interference, declaring support for elected government and national priorities.
Netanyahu:
'We have a mission, complete victory'
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?"
'An unusual precedent'
Baby Sophia's genetic parents demand new Supreme Court hearing
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:
Dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar was improper
Supreme Court rules on dismissal of Shin Bet chief even after the government withdrew the dismissal in light of Bar's resignation.
Supreme Court: IVF mixup baby to remain with birth parents
Supreme Court rejects genetic parents' appeal, upholds District Court decision to allow Sophia, now 2, to remain with her birth parents.
Minister Amsalem:
'We need to oust the Attorney General'
"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.
'Justice or Persecution?':
MK Simcha Rothman denounces legal system in Supreme Court
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.
Netanyahu:
'ISA director lied about warning of massacre'
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 ministers:
What you'll reveal about Ronen Bar will shock you
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 to gov't: Explain why haredim haven't been drafted
Supreme Court demands Israeli government explain why haredim have not been drafted on a scale appropriate for IDF's needs.
Rabbi Eliyahu:
Supreme Court ruling that contradicts the law has no standing
Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu said that the halakha does not require one to obey a Supreme Court ruling if it contradicts the law.
Supreme Court grants extension for Ronen Bar's response
A new report suggests that the added time is due to the Prime Minister's Office working to reach a compromise with Bar.
Bar to submit affidavit against govt. & set date for retirement
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.
Supreme Court rejects PM's request to lift order on ISA chief
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.
Supreme Court:
Petition demanding Israel supply electricity to Gaza rejected
Israeli Supreme Court states Israel has no obligation to provide electricity to Gaza and the petition demanding it do so is non-justiciable,
Justice Noam Sohlberg sworn in as Dep. Chief Justice
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.
Smotrich to Netanyahu:
'Do not summon Ronen Bar to discussions, do not work with him'
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.
Supreme Court freezes firing of Shin Bet chief 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.
Justice Sohlberg's compromise proposal in Shin Bet chief firing
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.
Cabinet ministers issue joint condemnation of Supreme Court
Multiple ministers denounced the Supreme Court today for its handling of the hearing regarding the dismissal of Ronen Bar.
Happening now:
Supreme Court hears petitions against Shin Bet Chief's ouster
The Israeli Supreme Court will hear eight petitions filed against the government's decision to dismiss Shin Bet Director Ronen Bar.
Former Shin Bet chief submits affidavit against Netanyahu
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 to Supreme Court:
'Preventing firing of Shin Bet chief will harm national security'
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 draws red line for Supreme Court
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:
Tel Aviv ignored rights of Orthodox worshipers
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.
AG to Supreme Court:
Delay hearing on appeals against Ben Gvir's appointment
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.
Benny Gantz:
Sharvit is fit for the job; the move seeks to challenge the court
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.
Supreme Court rejects petition to allow aid into Gaza
The Supreme Court unanimously ruled that Israel is not required under international or Israeli law to allow humanitarian aid to enter the Gaza Strip.
Ben-Gvir demands:
'AG must turn over all docs related to investigation against me'
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,'
Protesters outside justice's home:
'Enough interference in government decisions'
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.'
Supreme Court rejects A-G's position on ISA candidates
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.
'The issue is not judicable'
Government: Reject petitions against ISA chief's dismissal
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:
This is how the law allowing ISA chief's dismissal was born
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.
Supreme Court sets date to hear petitions against Bar's dismissal
The Supreme Court will hear the petitions against the dismissal of ISA Director Ronen Bar on April 8th.
We may disagree with it, but we must honor the Supreme Court
I am not naïve. I could write extensively here against our current Supreme Court. Opinion.
Supreme Court freezes dismissal of ISA chief Ronen Bar
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.'
Supreme Court rejects petition to block ISA chief's firing
Appeal to prevent government from firing ISA chief Ronen Bar rejected outright by Supreme Court. 'Appeal must be submitted after government decision, not before.'
Supreme Court:
Government has the authority to dismiss ISA Chief
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.
Dismissal of ISA Chief:
Opposition threatens to petition Supreme Court
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.
State reveals:
Over 20,000 humanitarian aid trucks entered Gaza during ceasefire
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.
Left-wing organizations petition to resume aid to Gaza
A coalition of organizations has urgently petitioned the Supreme Court to prevent the government and military from stopping humanitarian aid to Gaza.
