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politicslaw2 years ago

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

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.

via Vox.com|
##constitutionalcrisis#israelidemocracy
politicslaw2 years ago

"Israeli Supreme Court Overturns Netanyahu's Judicial Reform Amidst National Turmoil"

Israel's Supreme Court has invalidated a controversial law by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government that sought to alter the judiciary, with a narrow 8-7 majority ruling it would cause "severe harm" to democratic principles. The decision follows widespread protests and concerns that the changes would undermine minority rights, hinder corruption oversight, and facilitate West Bank annexation. Netanyahu's Likud party criticized the ruling amidst ongoing conflict with Hamas, while the Israel Democracy Institute lauded it as a defense of Israeli democracy. The future of judiciary reforms remains uncertain as Netanyahu had previously not committed to accepting the court's decision.

via NPR|
##constitutionalcrisis#democracy
politicslaw2 years ago

Israel's High Court Annuls Netanyahu's Judicial Overhaul in Landmark Decision

Israel's Supreme Court has overturned a controversial law introduced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government that aimed to limit the court's oversight of government decisions. The law, which had been passed in July, removed the Supreme Court's ability to deem government decisions "unreasonable" and was met with widespread protests and international criticism. The 8-7 ruling against the amendment to Israel's "Basic Law" could lead to a constitutional crisis if the government does not comply. The judicial overhaul has been a point of contention, causing social unrest and disagreements within the military and with international allies, including the United States.

via The Washington Post|
##constitutionalcrisis#israel
politics-international-affairs2 years ago

Israel's Supreme Court Annuls Netanyahu's Judicial Overhaul Amidst Conflict

Israel's Supreme Court has struck down a law by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government aimed at limiting the court's powers, potentially sparking a constitutional crisis. The law, which prevented judges from using the "reasonableness" standard to overrule government decisions, was seen as part of a broader judicial overhaul by Netanyahu's right-wing coalition. Critics argue that the Supreme Court is a crucial check on government power in a country without a formal written constitution. The ruling comes amidst mass protests against the judicial reforms and an ongoing war in Gaza.

via The New York Times|
##constitutionalcrisis#israel