Israeli Government Rejects Supreme Court Ruling, Sparking Political Outcry
Translated & summarized from Walla by baba
The Israeli government unanimously decided to reject Supreme Court rulings related to the Second Authority Council, prompting strong condemnation from opposition leaders and legal watchdogs who warn this undermines the rule of law and threatens democratic norms.
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- Israeli government unanimously rejects Supreme Court ruling on Second Authority Council.
- Decision follows June 17 court order to continue council's activity despite membership issues.
- Opposition leaders warn this move threatens rule of law and could lead to anarchy.
- Naftali Bennett promises legislative reforms to ensure law applies equally to all.
- Yair Golan accuses government of preparing to reject election results if defeated.
- Movement for Quality Government calls the decision anarchic and urges legal opposition.
On Sunday, the Israeli government unanimously approved a proposal by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi and Justice Minister Yariv Levin to refuse recognition of any decision, appointment, or action by the Second Authority Council that does not meet the legal threshold. This move follows a Supreme Court ruling on June 17 that ordered the continuation of the council's activities despite the government’s claim that the number of serving members was below the statutory minimum.
The opposition swiftly condemned the government's decision. Former Prime Minister and "Together" party leader Naftali Bennett warned that disobeying court rulings leads to anarchy and the state's breakdown, promising future legislative reforms to ensure equal application of the law. Democratic Party leader and retired Major General Yair Golan accused the government of waging a war against the rule of law ahead of elections, normalizing disobedience to the judiciary to potentially reject election results if defeated. He emphasized the liberal democratic public’s determination to prevent such outcomes and pledged to replace what he called Israel’s worst government.
The Movement for Quality Government in Israel criticized the administration for selectively obeying court rulings, calling it anarchic and criminal behavior. They urged all legal guardians, especially the Attorney General, to strongly oppose the government’s stance and reaffirm that no ruling can be disregarded by the government. The movement vowed to continue legal and public efforts to uphold the principle that no one, including the government, is above the law in Israel.
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