PATRICK KINGSLEY
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Israel’s Judicial Overhaul Will Set Off More Showdowns. But When?
The government’s vote to limit judicial power set off a night of street chaos. More showdowns are expected, but with Parliament about to recess, it...
What’s Next for Israel After Judicial Overhaul Vote
The opposition fears a slow descent toward authoritarianism, while the government is waiting to see how disruptive and prolonged the response will be from its...
Israeli Reservists Threaten to Quit Over Judicial Overhaul
More than 11,000 Israelis in the military reserve said last week they’d resign if the government’s judicial overhaul went ahead.
Netanyahu Scores Another Victory, but at What Price?
The Israeli prime minister has pushed through the first part of his judicial overhaul, but in doing so has deepened a rift in Israeli society...
Israel’s Identity Hangs in the Balance Over Judicial Overhaul
Lawmakers are set to vote Monday on whether to limit the Supreme Court’s power as one element of a government plan to overhaul judicial authority....
Israel Is Divided by a Debate Over the Supreme Court’s Reach
The legal concept of “reasonableness,” which has allowed the Supreme Court to strike down ministerial appointments, among other things, is at the center of a...
Israelis Protest Against Judicial Overhaul
Thousands of Israelis blocked roads and demonstrated over Benjamin Netanyahu’s plans to limit the power of the judiciary.
Israeli President Herzog’s White House Visit Highlights Biden’s Anger At Netanyahu
President Isaac Herzog of Israel visits Washington this week. Benjamin Netanyahu, the Israeli prime minister, has yet to receive a similar invitation this year.
Netanyahu Rushed to Hospital, but in ‘Good Condition,’ His Office Says
Israel’s prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, went to the hospital suddenly on Saturday afternoon after feeling dizzy. Mr. Netanyahu, 73, is currently facing one of the...