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 critics.
Tag: Israel
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Israel’s Self-Inflicted Wound
A statesman sacrifices himself for his nation. A demagogue sacrifices his nation for himself.
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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.
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Somber Mood Settles Over Israel’s Antigovernment Protesters
After months of defiance, there was defeat. The right-wing government’s success in passing a law that limits the power of the Supreme Court was a gut punch to the largely liberal and secular opposition.
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Israel Protests in Photos
Political turmoil that has been brewing for months reached a crescendo after Parliament passed a law aimed at curbing the power of the judiciary.