Israeli Justice Minister Calls on Supreme Court Judges to Reflect Amid Rising Tensions

Israel's Justice Minister responded sharply to recent Supreme Court threats, urging the judges to conduct a serious self-examination. He contrasted two statements: one by retired judge Aharon Barak emphasizing judges' reliance on public trust rather than power or money, and another by the Supreme Court justices warning that public officials acting against judicial decisions might lose personal immunity. The minister criticized the court for descending into a state of public distrust and likened their stance to that of dictators suppressing demands for justice. He stressed that respecting the law and democratic decisions is a duty for every citizen, including Supreme Court judges. The minister's comments come amid ongoing tensions between the judiciary and government officials over judicial authority and democratic governance.