Supreme Court

Supreme Court of Sweden to review meteorite ownership dispute

In Svea Court of Appeal, landowner won; meteorite hunters appeal to highest court.

Supreme Court to hear hostage families' petition against PM without State response

Seemingly, by doing so the court has criticized the prosecution and the Attorney General, however, this may also be viewed in a different light.

By BINI ASHKENAZI
28/10/2024

State Attorney's Office appeals sentencing in Yoel Lhanghal death case

The State Attorney's Office appealed due to the leniency of the sentencing and argued that Edri's sentence did not match the severity of the incident.

Fleecing the votes: Where do election campaign donations really go?

The campaign finance system is deeply flawed. It can't be fixed until all three branches of government decide it's time to clean it up, and they don't seem very interested.

Israeli, US gov'ts ignore that they have lost the trust of the public

Trust is a foundation of our society and economy. People are trusting. But lie to them, cheat them, deceive them, manipulate them – and their trust is gone.

By SHLOMO MAITAL
07/10/2024

Attorney-general warns of judicial foul play amid delays in Supreme Court appointments

Israel’s attorney-general warns that delayed Supreme Court appointments and judicial reforms could weaken oversight, leading to government overreach and increased corruption.

A judicial reform will happen in Israel whether we like it or not

There will be judicial reform. It will likely require several years of bitter conflict before a resolution is reached. The result will be a compromise that is unsatisfactory in some degree to all.

By LARRY M. GOLDSTEIN
28/09/2024

Education Ministry unveils controversial changes to national school tests

The Education Ministry has released the first Meitzav exam results since 2019, shifting to verbal assessments amid controversy over transparency and educational pressure.

Levin to vet all 12 judges for Chief Justice, rejecting requests to drop out

The ten justices did not apply for the position, but Levin announced their candidacy on Sunday regardless, citing the wording of Israeli law.

State requests of Supreme Court to dismiss petition to disclose Netanyahu’s medical condition

The state requested dismissal of a petition seeking disclosure of Netanyahu's medical condition, citing irrelevant claims and protocol adherence.

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