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Netanyahu says Ron Dermer will leave government but remain close adviser

During Cabinet meeting approving David Zini as head of the Shin Bet, Netanyahu also instructed Justice Minister Yariv Levin to push bill allowing new governments to replace senior civil service officials

Itamar Eichner | 10.01.25

Knesset panel approves broadcast bill despite attorney general’s opposition

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi’s bill passed the Cabinet committee despite Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara’s warning that it poses serious risks to press freedom and could invite political influence in news broadcasts

Tova Zimuky | 09.21.25

Justice Minister Yariv Levin, Prime MInister Benjamin Netanyahu, fired Attorney general Gali Baharav-Miara

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

Israel passes controversial judicial reform bill, opposition boycotts vote

The bill, which passed 67-1 following 18-hour debate, restructures Judicial Selection Committee, reducing the influence of sitting judges and increasing political control over appointments

Sivan Hilaie, Gilad Cohen | 03.27.25

ביג רקע כנסת ישראל צריבה יריב לוין, נתניהו, גלי בהרב-מיארה

AG counters no-confidence vote: Government aims to promote 'loyalty to the political echelon'

Gali Baharav-Miara defends her role, rejecting claims of non-cooperation and accusing government of seeking unchecked power; emphasizes her duty to uphold the law, despite government pressure to prioritize loyalty over legal integrity

Tova Zimuky | 03.24.25

Israeli government votes to oust AG, in latest move against judicial branch

In a unanimous vote, ministers end the months-long campaign against the senior watchdog alleging unprofessional behavior motivated by a political agenda; Baharav-Miara rejects the accusations, warning the government seeks to undermine rule of law

ynet correspondents | 03.23.25

Justice minister moves to dismiss AG, calling Israel a 'hijacked democracy'

Yariv Levin initiates proceedings to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, citing 'improper conduct' and fundamental disagreements with government, while urging urgent vote on matter; critics condemn move as attack on rule of law

Tova Zimuky, Moran Azulay, Shilo Freid | 03.05.25

Justice Yitzhak Amit elected Supreme Court president; Justice minister boycotts, calling it 'moral disgrace'

Judicial Selection Committee voted to appoint Justice Yizhak Amit as Supreme Court president, ending a 15-month standoff; but Justice Minister Yariv Levin, who tried to prevent the move citing journalist investigations including in Yediot Acharonot, boycotted the hearing; Levin does not intend to recognize Amit's presidency, which will hinder the judicial system

Tova Zimuky | 01.26.25

ביקור נשיא פרגוואי סנטיאגו פניה, טקס הפתיחה המחודשת של שגרירות פרגוואי בירושלים

If Netanyahu truly wants to reshape the Middle East, he needs a quiet home front

Opinion: Netanyahu faces historic choices: strike Iran’s nuclear program, pursue a costly hostage deal or focus on reshaping Israel’s democracy; with so many concerns converging at the same time, something has got to give

Nahum Barnea | 12.16.24

Coalition leaders debate controversial judicial reform and attorney general's future

Lawmakers deliberate dismissal of Baharav-Miara and revival of judicial reforms, facing resistance from Haredi leaders; FM Sa’ar urges caution, while Justice Minister Levin slams Supreme Court for rejecting compromise efforts

Moran Azulay, Tova Zimuky | 12.15.24

רה"מ בנימין נתניהו נכנס לאולם הדיונים על מנת לתת עדות תיקי אלפים

Ministers, lawmakers show up to support Netanyahu at his criminal trial

PM's coalition allies bemoan the ongoing legal proceedings as politically motivated and harmful to Israel’s security, while opposition voices highlight the stark contrast with the plight of hostage families

ynet correspondents | 12.10.24

Netanyahu urges justice minister to find 'solution to 'adversarial' attorney general

Ministers accuse Gali Baharav-Miara of obstructing government decisions; Ben-Gvir says she opposes 'every good thing'; Communications Minister Karhi calls for her dismissal

Itamar Eichner | 11.04.24

Justice minister must convene committee to select head of High Court, judges rule

Supreme Court has been without a president for a year; Yariv Levin responds by casting doubt on the legitimacy of the next president, who has yet to be chosen

Gilad Morag, Tova Zimuky, Moran Azulay | 09.08.24

שר הביטחון גלנט בציר צלאח א׳-דין ברצועת עזה

Staff sgt Sufian Dagash was killed in Gaza; IDF finds long range rockets in Gazan family home

ICC to hear S. African petition accusing Israel of genocide next week; Incoming Foreign Minister says hostages release is top priority;

ynet correspondents | 01.02.24

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