Attorney General
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Attorney General, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Portuguese Authorities Launch Probe into Antisemitism and Threats at Coimbra University
Portuguese authorities are investigating antisemitic incidents and death threats against Bar Harel, a doctoral student at the University of Coimbra, involving hateful graffiti, He…
Israeli Government Conditions Ultra-Orthodox School Funding on Core Curriculum Compliance
The Israeli Attorney General has conditioned funding for ultra-Orthodox schools on teaching the full core curriculum, responding to a petition challenging government payments to t…
MK Gafni Condemns Attorney General's Decision to Cut Funding for Haredi Education
MK Moshe Gafni condemned the Attorney General's decision to cut funding for Haredi schools lacking a full core curriculum, calling it a failed conspiracy. He accused her of overre…
Netanyahu’s Likud Faces Cultural War as Judicial Reform Drives Primary Voters’ Priorities
Ahead of Likud’s primaries, judicial reform dominates voter concerns, with 80% prioritizing legal system issues. Netanyahu secured many reserved slots to balance moderates and har…
Israeli Journalist Ayala Hasson Criticizes Handling of Terrorist Case in Shde Teman Affair
Israeli journalist Ayala Hasson condemned the prosecution's handling of the Shde Teman terrorist case, questioning the decision to return the terrorist to Gaza and revealing omitt…
Israeli Police Criticize Supreme Court Ruling, Claim Key Leads in Military Prosecutor Case Remain Uninvestigated
Israeli police officials criticize the Supreme Court ruling on the military prosecutor investigation, claiming key leads, including the origin of a damaging video, remain unexamin…
Avi Maoz Demands Override Clause Before Next Israeli Government Sworn In
Noam LeYisrael, led by Avi Maoz, launches a campaign focusing on judicial reform, demanding an override clause be passed before the next Israeli government is sworn in. The party…
Israeli Attorney General Recommends Closing Investigations Into Minister Ben Gvir’s Office Over Gun Reform
Israel’s Attorney General Galit Baharav-Miara has recommended closing investigations into Minister Itamar Ben Gvir’s office over allegations of improper gun license issuance. The…
Former Military Attorney General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi Expected to Accept Plea Deal Amid Legal Controversy
After a Supreme Court ruling, former Military Attorney General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi is expected to accept a plea deal admitting to charges, avoiding a full trial. The deal would…
Israeli Attorney General Seeks Supreme Court Halt on Police Investigations Department Appointments Until After Elections
Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has asked the Supreme Court to halt appointments to the new Police Investigations Department leadership until after elections, citing p…
Supreme Court Upholds Military Advocate Investigation Amid Sharp Criticism of President Isaac Amit
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled to keep the Military Advocate General investigation under the Attorney General's office, prompting severe criticism of Supreme Court President Isaa…
Senior Police Investigations Prosecutor Requests Transfer Amid Controversy Over Itamar Ben-Gvir Associates Probe
A senior prosecutor overseeing the investigation into associates of Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has requested a transfer from the Police Investigations Depa…
Former Israeli Attorney General Shai Nitzan Criticized for Shielding Prosecution from Oversight
The documentary series "The Lawyers' Revolt" concludes by scrutinizing former Attorney General Shai Nitzan's role in transforming Israel's State Prosecution into an unaccountable…
Prosecutor and Legal Advisor Clash Over Jonathan Orich's Plea Deal in Leak Case
A proposed plea deal for Jonathan Orich in a leak case was blocked by State Attorney Amit Aisman, who demanded prison time, causing negotiations to fail. The Attorney General supp…
Judge Mintz Criticizes Supreme Court President Amit Over Investigation Oversight Dispute
Judge David Mintz criticized Supreme Court President Isaac Amit for focusing solely on preventing politicization of a criminal investigation, arguing that ensuring the investigati…
Israeli Supreme Court Allows Attorney General to Oversee Shde Yemen Leak Investigation
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that the Attorney General can oversee the investigation into the Shde Yemen leak, rejecting a petition to bar his involvement. The court found no c…
Former Israeli Police Investigator Moshe Saada Reveals Clashes with Top Officials and Predicts Netanyahu Conviction
Moshe Saada, former head of Israel's Police Investigations Department, revealed in a podcast his clashes with top officials over interference in investigations, especially those i…
Israeli Attorney General to Add Security Charges in 'KeterGate' Case Against PM's Advisor and Others
Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara plans to add security charges against PM Netanyahu's advisor Yonatan Urich, Eli Feldstein, and a former Mossad official in the 'KeterGa…
Prof. Yuval Elbashan Condemns Israeli Suspect Law as Undemocratic and Unfair
Professor Yuval Elbashan condemned Israel's Suspect Law as undemocratic, arguing it restricts electoral rights and empowers the Attorney General excessively, potentially destabili…
Political Storm Erupts Over Attorney General's Alleged Pressure on Police Investigations Committee
A political uproar in Israel follows reports that Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is allegedly pressuring members of the Police Investigations Department selection committee t…
Israeli Attorney General Seeks Fourth Delay in Supreme Court Over Incitement Unit Dispute
Israeli Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has requested a fourth delay to respond to the Supreme Court regarding the suspended police incitement unit, citing summer recess. Poli…
Israeli Phone Tracking System Fails in Mexico, Sparks $2 Million Lawsuit
The Mexican Ministry of Justice returned a $1 million Israeli phone tracking system due to critical failures, prompting a $2 million lawsuit by the local intermediary Comercializa…
Attorney General Demands Cancellation of Senior Police Appointment Amid Legal Dispute
Israel's Attorney General demands canceling the appointment of Senior Superintendent Udi Ronen to lead the incitement to terrorism unit amid controversy. Legal experts debate the…
US Military Seeks Exit Strategy Amid Iran Conflict as Biden's Health Declines
The US military is seeking a way out of the Iran conflict amid limited options, while Hezbollah attacked Israeli forces in Lebanon. Biden's cancer has worsened, spreading to his b…
Justice Minister Iriv Levin Pushes Ahead With Police Investigations Unit Head Appointment Amid Legal Battle
Justice Minister Iriv Levin plans to proceed with appointing the head of the Police Investigations Unit despite election period restrictions, arguing the new law passed before ele…
Coalition Chair Opir Katz Warns Right-Wing Voters Against Losing Hope Ahead of Elections
Opir Katz, coalition chairman, cautions right-wing voters not to lose hope ahead of elections, warning that defeat would empower the judiciary and opposition to control Israel's l…
Supreme Court Petitions Challenge Tax Benefit Revocation for Ultra-Orthodox Institutions
Two petitions filed with Israel's Supreme Court challenge the Attorney General's directive to revoke tax benefits from ultra-Orthodox Torah institutions whose students do not serv…
Judge Solberg Rules to Protect Voter Privacy by Banning Real-Time Voting Reports
Attorney Mike Bels detailed Judge Noam Solberg's ruling banning real-time reporting of voter participation to protect privacy during the 2026 elections. The decision follows a pub…
Minister Silman Claims Change Government Acted Freely Without Attorney General Interference
Minister Idit Silman said the previous Change Government acted freely without Attorney General interference, unlike the current government. The Attorney General recently sought a…
Tel Aviv Judge Criticizes Prosecution for Rejecting Mediation and Burdening Courts
A Tel Aviv judge criticized the prosecution for refusing mediation in a severe assault case, saying it burdens courts and delays justice. The prosecution defended its stance, citi…
Israeli Supreme Court Orders Chevra Kadisha to Compensate Soviet Immigrants Millions
The Israeli Supreme Court ordered Chevra Kadisha to compensate Soviet immigrants millions of shekels. Justice Alex Stein blocked a large budget transfer for ultra-Orthodox educati…
Netanyahu Defends Itamar Ben Gvir's Appointment to Supreme Court Against Dismissal Petitions
Prime Minister Netanyahu defended National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's appointment as lawful in a Supreme Court response, rejecting petitions to remove him and criticizing…
Netanyahu Refuses to Dismiss National Security Minister Ben Gvir Amid Police Interference Claims
Prime Minister Netanyahu told the Supreme Court he will not dismiss National Security Minister Ben Gvir despite Attorney General warnings about his interference in police work. Ne…
Likud's Hanoch Milwiczky Warns Ultra-Orthodox Against Political Fragmentation Amid Budget and Draft Debates
Likud MK Hanoch Milwiczky defended budget releases during the recess and criticized opposition and the Attorney General for politicizing ultra-Orthodox draft issues. He warned ult…
Israeli Supreme Court Demands Clarity from Justice Minister on Police Investigations Head Appointment Before Elections
The Israeli Supreme Court has demanded Justice Minister Yariv Levin clarify if he plans to appoint the head of the Police Investigations Department before elections, following a p…
Israeli Attorney General to Decide on Prosecuting Left-Wing MK for Leaking Classified Security Committee Protocols
Israeli Attorney General will soon decide whether to prosecute left-wing MK Gilad Kariv for allegedly leaking classified security committee protocols from a June 2023 briefing by…
IDF Reports Rise in Ultra-Orthodox Recruitment Amid Sanctions Impact
IDF officials reported to Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara that sanctions are boosting ultra-Orthodox enlistment, with 70% joining regular units but under 25% entering combat r…
Israeli Government Extends Deadline for Police Investigations Unit Chief Selection Until August
Israel's Attorney General extended the application deadline for the Police Investigations Unit chief to August 16, about two months before elections.
MK Avi Maoz Criticizes Live Dismissal of IDF General, Calls for Private Dialogue
MK Avi Maoz criticized the live dismissal of an IDF general, urging private resolution between the Defense Minister and military leadership. He also announced plans to form a new…
Israeli Election Committee Chair Expresses Concern Over Undermining Attempts
Noam Solberg, head of Israel's Election Committee, told Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara he is worried about attempts to discredit the committee amid rising public doubts. Foll…
Likud Intensifies Complaints Against Attorney General and Police Over Incitement Against Netanyahu
Likud has filed a new urgent complaint against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and police over ongoing incitement and threats against Prime Minister Netanyahu by activist Shay…
Israeli Central Elections Committee Chair Meets Attorney General Amid Ben-Gvir's Sharp Criticism
Noam Solberg, head of Israel's Central Elections Committee, met with Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara to coordinate election preparations, focusing on law enforcement and voter…
MK Simcha Rothman Ranks Fifth in Annoying Religious Zionist Politicians Summer Poll
Israeli news site Srugim ranked MK Simcha Rothman fifth in a satirical poll of the most annoying Religious Zionist politicians this summer, citing his combative style against the…
Israeli Police Seek Additional MK Testimonies in State Comptroller Election Probe
Israeli police have asked the Attorney General to allow questioning of more Knesset members after MK Sharren Haskel testified about vote recording during the State Comptroller ele…
Itamar Ben Gvir Condemns Left-Wing Groups for Opposing Shin Bet's Role in Arab Sector Crime Fight
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir condemned left-wing groups and Arab local authorities for petitioning the High Court against involving Shin Bet in fighting cri…
Israeli Justice Minister Levin Rejects Supreme Court Judge's Offer to Maintain Status Quo on Judicial Appointments
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin disclosed that a Supreme Court judge offered him to maintain the traditional judicial appointment system, but he refused. Levin vowed to conti…
New Footage Reveals Provocative Actions Before Clash at Attorney General's Residence Protest
New video reveals that reservist Idan Ben David provoked ultra-Orthodox protesters near the Attorney General's residence by filming and making a kicking motion, sparking a brief c…
Israeli Justice Ministry Faces Legal Challenge Over New Police Investigation Oversight Role
Israel's Justice Ministry faces a Supreme Court challenge over a new law creating a politically appointed Coordinator with extensive control over police investigations, raising fe…