Justice ministry
Trump’s intervention turns Herzog’s pardon dilemma into a diplomatic trap - analysis
Trump’s public demand that Herzog pardon Netanyahu has turned a domestic legal dilemma into a political and diplomatic minefield with consequences for Israel’s sovereignty.
A-G has not begun reviewing Netanyahu pardon request, Justice Ministry says
Herzog's camp questions Netanyahu’s role in Trump's 'he should be ashamed' comments
Israel's prison chief Kobi Yaakobi summoned for second hearing ahead of possible indictment
Ministers advance bill to allow Israeli gov't sweeping power to fire top public service officials
The proposal will now head to the Knesset for preliminary voting, but is unlikely to proceed prior to the approximately three-month summer recess set to begin on July 27.
Your Taxes: Tough new fiscal residency proposals
It is proposed that 75 days in Israel any year may soon make someone an Israeli resident – or even a mere 30 days for couples – subject to a further review over five years according to a formula.
Israeli gov't overrides legal objections, approves acceleration of A-G's dismissal
The proposal is illegal and contradicts the High Court of Justice's legal precedent, Deputy Attorney-General Gil Limon wrote on Sunday morning.
Coalition begins prepping bill to subject police watchdog unit directly to gov’t
A Knesset committee is advancing a bill to place the Police Investigations Department under the justice minister’s control. Critics warn this risks politicizing investigations and abusing power.
Rabbi Eliyahu Godlevsky named as father who sexually assaulted his daughters
The daughters, who submitted the request to lift the gag order, did so through the legal aid office within the Justice Ministry.
Brooklyn woman who tried to join ISIS sentenced to nearly two decades in federal prison
Sinmya Amera Ceasar, also known as Umm Nutella, was initially arrested in 2016 as she attempted to leave the country through JFK international airport to join ISIS.
Israel launches anti-racism program in schools and youth sports
The initial phase will include an interactive and emotional workshop that will be held on combating racism and "promoting equality in society."
Amit officially appointed Chief Justice, PM and Knesset speaker boycott
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Justice Minister Yariv Levin, and Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana boycotted the event.
Justice Ministry releases names of Palestinian prisoners to be released in deal
The list of names on the ministry's website shows that a vast majority of those arrested were after the Hamas attacks on October 7, 2023.
The A-G is bad for business and Israel's national unity – opinion
CEOs’ praise for Baharav-Miara raises questions about democracy and governance.
