High Court of Justice

Almost half of Israelis do not think you can remove Hamas and release hostages

Israel Democracy Institute found that 68% of respondents would prioritize returning the hostages, compared to 25% who would prioritize toppling Hamas.

 MK Tally Gotliv speaks outside the court in Tel Aviv during a case against Eli Feldstein

How Israeli lawmakers from the Right and Left view High Court’s ruling on Shin Bet head

The Media Line interviewed opposition MK Karin Elharrar and coalition MK Tally Gotliv, painting a picture of a nation grappling with the limits of power, accountability, and the rule of law.

By GABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE
11/04/2025

Netanyahu must choose compromise to preserve Israel's democracy

Israel is consumed by an internal power struggle, with the Netanyahu, judiciary battle over the fate of Shin Bet at the center.

 National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Israel Police commissioner Danny Levi

Ben-Gvir, Israel Police head heatedly discuss court rulings at weapons display

Levi stated that he intends to act in accordance with the rulings of the court, and Ben-Gvir attempted to stop him from speaking.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seen at the District court in Tel Aviv

Netanyahu 'puzzled' by court decision to freeze firing of Ronen Bar

Diaspora Minister Amichai Chikli said "until today, many Israeli citizens lived under the illusion that they live in a democracy."

High Court, Shin Bet chief and the fate of Israeli democracy

Why did so much of the country focus its attention on this hearing while there is an ongoing war in Gaza and while Netanyahu was on a high-stakes visit with US President Donald Trump?

Israeli public divided on government obeying High Court's Shin Bet ruling

A survey shows most Israelis support the High Court's ruling on Ronen Bar's dismissal. The Left and Center back the decision, while the Right opposes it.

 The High Court of Justice convenes in Jerusalem on April 8, 2025

High Court freezes firing of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar until later decision

Raucous court causes delays in consequential hearing • Ministers threaten to disregard ruling, paving way for constitutional crisis

Former Shin Bet head: Netanyahu asked me to use intelligence powers for personal political gain

The affidavit, unprecedented in its severity, revealed two times Netanyahu attempted to exploit Shin Bet powers for political and personal purposes.

High Court to hear arguments for, against firing of Bar

The issues center on the prime minister's conflict of interest, due process, and differing views on democracy and power distribution.

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