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Government unanimously approves dismissal of attorney general

Decision goes to the High Court of Justice: 22 ministers voted in favor of dismissing Gali Baharav-Miara, who did not attend the meeting; Justice Minister Yair Levin said in the hearing that her conduct "indicates deep contempt," and that the 'government does not trust and does not cooperate with her, she is political and is failing us'; Earlier, the AG claimed the dismissal is 'illegal'

ynet correspondents | 08.04.25

AG claims dismissal tied to Netanyahu graft trial, Haredi draft row

Hours before government vote on her dismissal, Gali Baharav-Miara condemns move as an illegal attempt to remove her from PM's ongoing criminal trial, accusing Levin of seeking a pliant legal adviser

Tova Zimuky | 08.04.25

Ministers vote unanimously to dismiss attorney general, sparking legal showdown

Gali Baharav-Miara calls dismissal process 'blatantly illegal' and urges the High Court to halt it, warning of lasting damage to Israel’s legal system and civil service as ministers push ahead with plans to finalize her removal

Netael Bandel | 07.20.25

Justice Minister Yariv Levin, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara

Top court rules government cannot immediately dismiss attorney general, citing need for judicial review

Deputy Chief Justice Sohlberg denies interim injunctions but rules any dismissal of Baharav-Miara requires judicial review time; ministerial panel urges her removal over 'fundamental disagreements,' while AG calls process flawed

Netael Bandel | 07.18.25

David Zini's Shin Bet nomination isn't just legal, it’s necessary

Opinion: Ronen Bar’s tenure as Shin Bet chief marked by October 7 intelligence failure and politicized priorities; IDF general's appointment signals hope for refocusing the agency on combatting Hamas and West Bank terrorism over judicial power struggles

Naveh Dromi | 05.29.25

Attorney general on appointing Bar's replacement: 'Netanyahu has serious conflict of interest, cannot choose next Shin Bet head'

In her opinion, Gali Baharav-Miara called prime minister's decision to appoint Maj. Gen. David Zini to the position 'invalid and unlawful' and that even if another minister handles his promotion 'there is serious doubt as to whether Zini can be appointed to the role'

Tova Zimuky | 05.26.25

ראש הממשלה נתניהו עם האלוף זיני, ראש השב"כ החדש

Netanyahu's Shin Bet chief pick undercuts legal system, further eroding trust

Opinion: Maj. Gen. David Zini brings little experience in intelligence or counterterrorism and would face a steep learning curve; with public trust in Shin Bet on the line, will his loyalty lie with the prime minister or the law?

Ron Ben-Yishai | 05.23.25

$Benjamin Netanyahu, AG Gali Baharav-Miara (Photo: Yoav Dudkevitz, Ronen Zvulin \ Reuters)$

Government rejects state commission of inquiry into Oct. 7, votes to appoint political panel to investigate

Ministers want to appoint investigators into the failings leading up to the massacre, despite warnings from the AG, public opinion polling indicating a vast majority of the public supports it and the victims' demands

Itamar Eichner, Tova Zimuky, Roy Rubinstein | 05.05.25

דיון בבג"ץ בעתירות לפיטורי ראש השב"כ רונן בר

Goverment attorney: Shin Bet chief staying is a security risk; Justice Amit rejects 'fearmongering'

Judges heard eight separate petitions filed against Netanyahu's decision to end tenure of Ronen Bar, made amid public criticism over intelligence failures that led to October 7 attacks and Qatargate probe; Court session ends with judges giving government and AG time to reach a 'creative solution'

Netael Bandel | 04.08.25

דיון בבקשת אבישי מועלם לקבל את הטלפון שלו ממח״ש

'Scumbags': Shin Bet scandal deepens as new audio points to unlawful arrest tactics

In leaked recordings, West Bank police commander Avishai Muallem tells Shin Bet official, 'No offense, no arrest warrant,' prompting the reply, 'Why should I care if it’s an offense?' In another clip, Muallem says, 'We’re not amateurs… tell your friends they’re bastards'

Tova Zimuky | 04.07.25

Shin Bet Chief warns of 'Secret Police' risk amid Netanyahu's push for dismissal

Set to be relieved of duty by Netanyahu, Ronen Bar warns the Supreme Court his dismissal threatens the agency's independence, possibly turning it into a 'secret police'; AG calls the move 'flawed' and claims it's tainted by Netanyahu's personal conflicts of interest

Netael Bandel, Itamar Eichner | 04.04.25

Qatargate: The confrontation between Feldstein and Urich; arrested journalist released from house arrest

Confrontation between the prime minister's former spokesman and his close advisor was particularly difficult, during which Feldstein called Urich a 'liar'; Associates of Jerusalem Post editor Zvika Klein deny allegations and criticize what they described as unlawful leaks from the investigation; say his phone held by police without warrant

Ynet | 04.03.25

Eli Feldstein, Benjamin Netanyahu, Jonathan Urich

Netanyahu denounces Qatargate probe as 'political' persecution, says aides ‘held hostage’

Police investigate PM in his office; Netanyahu claims officers lacked evidence and targeted his aides to block appointment of new Shin Bet head

Netael Bandel, Itamar Eichner, Lior Ohana | 03.31.25

ח"כ צבי סוכות פורץ לשדה תימן במהלך מחאה כנגד פשיטת המשטרה הצבאית על מתקן הכליאה

AG approves probe into lawmakers involved in attempted Sde Teiman base breach

Top ministers and lawmakers resist interrogation over their role in protest trying to infiltrate IDF base, claiming attorney general has no right to order an investigation

Tova Zimuky | 03.26.25

Isareli top court upholds freez on ouster of Shin Bet chief

Judges reject Prime Minister Netanyahu's request to remove their injunction but agree to allow the PM to interview candidates to replace Ronen Bar

Netanel Bendel, Itamar Eichner | 03.25.25

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