"Israel's Supreme Court Stalls Law Affecting Netanyahu's Tenure Amid Political Turmoil"

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"Israel's Supreme Court Stalls Law Affecting Netanyahu's Tenure Amid Political Turmoil"
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Israel's Supreme Court has struck down a key piece of legislation from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government that aimed to limit the judiciary's power, marking a historic assertion of judicial authority and potentially averting a constitutional crisis. The Court ruled that it has the power to overturn Basic Laws, which are akin to a constitution in Israel, if they threaten the democratic nature of the state. This decision comes amidst a tense period due to an ongoing war in Gaza, which has somewhat muted the domestic response. However, the ruling has significant implications for the balance of power in Israeli politics and the future of its democracy.

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