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Porush threatens the judicial system: "We will use our enormous consumer power"
Member of Knesset Meir Porush attacked the cessation of funding for yeshiva students this evening at an economic conference and warned that the sector will leverage its power. He presented data showing that half of the yeshiva students have reduced their purchase of basic food, and declared that "from the perspective of the judicial system, a child whose father studies Torah should go to sleep...

Retired judge: 'One must not obey the ruling of Daphna Barak-Erez'
Supreme Court Justice Daphna Barak-Erez froze the Shir Hajaj Law two weeks ago, effectively allowing the reunification of terrorist families. Today, retired Magistrate Court Judge Haran Feinstein criticized the ruling in an interview with Dana Varon, calling it anti-Zionist and unauthorized.
"They chose him so the country would tremble": The dark secret behind the assassination of the first judge in Israel
Although no neighbor heard the shots, and 10 investigators tried to understand who wanted the district judge dead. 20 years later, a return to the devilish plot of life-term prisoners who chose a victim at random just to shock the country.
Defense attorney for officers with an unusual warning: "Ben Gvir is trying to become a super-commissioner"
Attorney Ofer Bartal in an interview about the struggle waged by police officers who were not promoted because of Minister Itamar Ben Gvir ("He wants to be a kind of super-commissioner"), the candidacy of Bakshi for the Supreme Court, and what advice he would give to Yonatan Urich.

They asked why the Military Advocate General's case is stuck? Knowing they were the ones who stuck it
The case exploded 10 months ago and could have reached an indictment within a few months, but the government's emissaries did everything to drag it out. From their perspective, let the Military Advocate General walk free as long as the Attorney General is not behind bars. Meanwhile, they can continue to scream 'Why is there no indictment?'. Yesterday, the High Court put an end to the matter.

Avi Shoshan: "We are second-class citizens, there is no justice in Israel"
During the program "The Patriots," Avi Shoshan expressed deep frustration and pain over his feeling that right-wing citizens in Israel are considered "second-class." According to him, the judicial system treats them with contempt and "they spit in our faces, laugh at us, look down on us and tell us we are worthless." The panelist harshly criticized the lack of justice in the country and referred...
Attacked a man? You will receive a "leniency" in the severity of the punishment
Is AI mistakenly perceiving women as less dangerous due to human social bias? A surprising Israeli study found that some artificial intelligence models recommended completely different punishments for men and women who committed the exact same crimes.

"The Jurists' Rebellion", Chapter 4: How the State Attorney's Office became a body immune to criticism
The investigative series "The Jurists' Rebellion," which explored the transformation of the Israeli regime through the legal system, concludes with a chapter dedicated to the State Attorney's Office and its former head, Shai Nitzan. It examines how the office became a structure that resists external oversight and influences political destinies.

Indictment filed against Avraham Hadi for attacking Channel 12 News offices
Avraham Hadi has been indicted for a series of attacks against media outlets and the Ministry of Justice. He faces charges of extortion, threats, vandalism, and obstruction of justice. Prosecutors state the acts were ideologically motivated and warn that his behavior indicates a rapid and dangerous escalation.

The end of 'off-the-record' discussions? The new rules that will bring order to the court
The familiar practice of conducting discussions and mediation 'off the record' is now being re-regulated, with the aim of increasing transparency and public trust in the judicial system. The guidelines set by the ombudsman, retired judge Asher Cola, require, among other things, the documentation of compromise proposals and discussions where recording has been paused.

Dudi Appel breaks silence: The legal persecution and the billions that are still blocked
Businessman and contractor Dudi Appel, who was once one of the most influential figures in Israeli politics and a close associate of Ariel Sharon and Aryeh Deri, broke a long silence last night (Thursday) on the program "The Patriots" on Channel 14. Appel, who was questioned again this week, addressed in detail the sequence of legal matters against him over the last few decades, and claimed firmly...

"Spineless conduct": Guy Peleg against Supreme Court President Isaac Amit
A news commentator and reporter criticized the silence of the judicial leadership following the attack on Judge Silverman, who ruled in his favor in a lawsuit against Rotman: "Apparently, Amit is intimidated"

Accused in the murder of Yamanu Zelke to return to school with electronic monitor: "A shame for the judicial system"
A minor accused of involvement in the murder of Yamanu Zelke is set to return to school in Petah Tikva while wearing an electronic ankle monitor. The victim's family has expressed deep shock and outrage at the court's decision.

Despite court order: Minister Silman advances "crocodile prison" project
The Minister of Environmental Protection is demanding that the Nature and Parks Authority establish conditions for housing crocodiles within the Prison Service, despite a District Court injunction freezing the program. The pilot, promoted alongside National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, is slated to begin near the Ketsiot prison for security detainees in the coming days. Ben Gvir criticized...

Crocodiles and Israel Katz: How Ben Gvir Dismantles State Institutions
A court has temporarily blocked National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's initiative to use crocodiles for security at Ketziot Prison. This move reflects a broader trend of political interference that Defense Minister Israel Katz is also adopting.

Limonarchy, Part One: Who Are You, Gil Limon?
Gil Limon is considered one of the most influential figures in Israel’s judicial system, even though many in the public do not know his name. The piece describes his career path and presents critical claims regarding the procedure of his appointment, as well as his involvement in issues related to policy and case management.

Precedent in the judicial system: Shin Bet checked Qadi candidates - and led to their disqualification
First publication: For the first time, a security opinion on candidates was transferred to the Committee for the Appointment of Qadis even before the vote on their appointments. Following information about the connection of some of them to the Northern Branch of the Islamic Movement, the committee decided not to discuss their candidacy. The check was conducted at the request of ministers Struck...

How to achieve regime change
Gil Bringer calls Yariv Levin's attempt to promote judicial reform a 'conservative march of folly.' He is right that the attempt failed miserably and requires lessons to be drawn, but his proposed lesson is flawed.