Yariv Levin
Israel's judicial reform legislation blitz will reach Supreme Court, chief justice warns
In a rare radio interview with KAN Reshet Bet marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Amit addressed the deepening constitutional crisis surrounding the government’s judicial reform agenda.
Next years 'critical' for Israel's earthquake preparedness, Israel Katz warns
A-G shoots down Levin's most recent attempt to get rid of Supreme Court Chief Justice Amit
Knesset approves first reading of bill to make Police Investigation Department independent
Israel moves to ban prostitution to combat human trafficking and abuse in historic move
Justice Minister Yariv Levin announced that the temporary law prohibiting the consumption of prostitution, introduced in July 2020, will now become permanent.
Knesset bill increases government control over judicial ombudsman appointment
How will the government’s proposal politicize the judicial watchdog appointment?
Boycotting of Isaac Amit is adding insult to injury - comment
Levin refused to accept the decision, stating that he would not sign off on Amit’s appointment alongside President Isaac Herzog, nor would he cooperate with Amit in any way.
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.
We should all compromise to protect Israel’s judiciary from political strife - opinion
The incoming president of the Supreme Court could raise the flag of compromise in the form of the victor’s outstretched hand and allow Levin’s candidate to be appointed to the court.
Maariv poll: Bennett bloc dominates as Netanyahu’s coalition loses ground
According to the polling, in a scenario where a party led by Bennett runs in the elections, the Bennet-led opposition bloc would secure a majority of 66 seats.
The minister who refuses to cooperate will cause the public to suffer - opinion
Since May 2024, the position of Ombudsman of the Judiciary has remained vacant.
Supreme Court showdown: A nation caught in the crossfire - analysis
Levin is now expected to try to push through one of the key planks of his judicial reform -- changes in how the court is selected.
Dan Meridor: Levin-Sa’ar proposal will politicize High Court appointments
The new proposal also includes a mechanism to prevent a stalemate in high court appointments.
Constitutional crisis? Yariv Levin refuses to recognize new Supreme Court chief
"This is a sad day for democracy and a sad day for our judicial system," the justice minister said in a statement.
