Controversy Surrounds Pro-Overhaul Rallies in Jerusalem.

A Haredi newspaper affiliated with the non-Hasidic Degel Hatorah faction in United Torah Judaism, a key ally of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has called on its readers not to attend a mass rally in support of the government's bid to weaken the judiciary. The newspaper is in favor of legal reform but opposes the dictatorial takeover of people's lives by liberal terrorism. The rally is being organized by nationalist religious and settler activist groups and individuals, and some of the most senior members of the cabinet will speak at the event. The legislation would give governing coalitions almost complete control over judicial appointments and reduce the High Court of Justice's ability to strike down legislation.