Sunday, July 12
Seven stories that matter in Israel right now, each one compared across the newsrooms that covered it.
The Bank of Israel has cut interest rates, while Israel is lobbying the US to block F-35 sales to Turkey. Meanwhile, legal and political battles continue over judicial authority and appointments.
- 1Bank of Israel Lowers Interest Rate, Predicts Two More Cuts by Mid-2024
The Bank of Israel lowered interest rates to 3.5% and anticipates two more cuts by mid-2024, citing easing inflation and a stronger currency.
- 2Israel Pushes to Block US F-35 Sale to Turkey Citing Regional Security Concerns
Israel is actively lobbying the US Congress to prevent the sale of F-35 jets to Turkey, citing significant regional security concerns.
- 3Former Israeli Supreme Court Presidents Condemn Government's Rejection of Second Authority Decisions
Former Supreme Court presidents have sharply criticized the government's rejection of the Second Authority’s council decisions, calling it a threat to democratic principles.
- 4Jerusalem Court Judges Recommend Dropping Bribery Charge Against Netanyahu in Case 4000
Jerusalem District Court judges have reiterated their recommendation to drop the bribery charge against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Case 4000.
- 5Israeli Supreme Court Rules State Comptroller Exceeded Authority in October 7 Massacre Investigation
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman overstepped his authority in audits related to the October 7 massacre and must cease those investigations.
- 6Israeli Parliament Approves Basic Law on Torah Study Amid Fierce Political Backlash
The Knesset passed a Basic Law on Torah Study, protecting Torah students from military service exemptions, which has sparked significant political backlash.
- 7Golani Commander David Hazut Killed in South Lebanon Clash with Hezbollah
Captain David Hazut, a Golani Brigade commander, was killed in a clash with Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, with hundreds attending his funeral.