Isaac Amit
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Isaac Amit, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Israeli Right Faces Risk of Losing Tens of Thousands of Votes in 2026 Election Split
Israel's 2026 elections will shape key state leadership beyond the prime ministership, but right-wing vote splitting threatens to waste tens of thousands of votes and risk losing…
Israeli Supreme Court Blocks Justice Minister From Advancing Police Investigations Department Appointment
The Israeli Supreme Court has temporarily blocked Justice Minister Yariv Levin from advancing the appointment of the Police Investigations Department head amid legal challenges to…
Bereaved Israeli Parents Reject Gadi Eizenkot’s Plan for State Inquiry into October Tragedy
Bereaved families of the October 7 terror attack victims reject Gadi Eizenkot’s plan for a state commission, demanding a transparent, bipartisan inquiry instead. They distrust the…
Justice Minister Levin to Receive Separate Legal Representation in Controversial Police Investigations Law Case
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin will receive separate legal representation in petitions against the new Police Investigations Department law he promoted. Despite opposition f…
Israeli Oversight Agencies Face Crisis as State Comptroller Post Remains Vacant for Over a Month
Israel has been without a State Comptroller for over a month after the Knesset Speaker refused to hold a Supreme Court-ordered re-election. This vacancy threatens whistleblower pr…
Legal Sources Say Former Military Advocate May Accept Plea Deal Amid Yemen Field Leak Case
The former Military Advocate General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi may face a plea deal in the Yemen Field leak case after the Supreme Court allowed State Attorney Amit Isman to continue…
Israeli Election Committee Plans Polling Stations in 159 Nursing Homes Despite Coalition Opposition
The Israeli Central Elections Committee plans to place polling stations in 159 nursing homes despite coalition opposition that removed a legal mandate for such stations. Elderly r…
Israeli Government Expands Real Estate Benefits for Reservists Amid Criticism of Policy and Implementation
The Israeli government plans to expand housing benefits for reservists by 2026-2027, including subsidized apartments and free land plots. However, critics argue the policy is flaw…
Israeli Supreme Court Chief Justice Limits External Oversight in Shde Yemen Investigation
Israeli Supreme Court President Isaac Amit has nullified the requirement for independent external oversight in the Shde Yemen investigation, returning the case to the State Attorn…
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…
Israel Prison Service Limits Red Cross Visits to Security Prisoners Despite Supreme Court Ruling
The Israel Prison Service has imposed strict limits on Red Cross visits to security prisoners despite a Supreme Court ruling mandating their resumption, prompting criticism from c…
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…
Israeli Supreme Court Allows State Attorney to Lead Probe into Military Prosecutor Leak Case
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that State Attorney Amit Isman can continue leading the investigation into the leaked video from the Shde Teiman military case, rejecting calls for…
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…
Sharp Dispute Between Israeli Supreme Court President and Deputy Over Judiciary's Role in Legislative Affairs
Israeli Supreme Court President Isaac Amit and Deputy Noam Solberg clashed over the court's role in advising the legislature during a ruling on healthcare payment law regulations…
Israeli Supreme Court Demands Accessibility for Elderly Voters in Nursing Homes
The Israeli Supreme Court has ordered the Central Elections Committee to ensure accessible voting for elderly residents in nursing homes, criticizing the committee's decision not…
Otzma Yehudit Warns Netanyahu Against Unity Government With Gadi Eisenkot
Otzma Yehudit condemned Prime Minister Netanyahu's alleged plan to form a unity government with Gadi Eisenkot, warning it would halt judicial reforms and empower legal officials t…
Israeli Supreme Court Rejects Sharren Haskel's Petition Against Likud and National Right
The Israeli Supreme Court dismissed Sharren Haskel's petition to force Likud and National Right to implement their merger, citing her delayed filing and lack of evidence of opposi…
Gilad Erdan Rejects Likud Slot, Launches New Right-Wing Party with Edelstein
Gilad Erdan announced a new right-wing party with Yuli Edelstein, rejecting a Likud list offer and criticizing Likud's policies. He opposes narrow coalitions, blames political mot…
Israeli Police Officer Investigated in 'The Shadow' Case Amid Past Controversies
Menashe Menzur, a Tel Aviv police officer, is investigated for allegedly aiding 'The Shadow' leisure complex amid past controversies involving right-wing protests. Meanwhile, anot…
Israeli Series 'HaPashute' Receives Mixed Reviews Despite Fresh Dialogue and Cultural References
The Israeli series "HaPashute" has received mixed reviews for its conventional plot but praised for fresh language and cultural insights. The show explores social divides and cont…
Legal Correspondent Criticizes Israeli Supreme Court President Over Judge Silverman's Defamation Case Handling
Guy Peleg, Channel 12's legal correspondent, criticized Supreme Court President Isaac Amit for failing to defend Judge Oren Silverman against harsh attacks after Silverman dismiss…
Justice Minister Yariv Levin Vows to Continue Judicial Reform Amid Appointment Controversies
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin reaffirmed his commitment to continue judicial reforms and reshape the Supreme Court if his camp wins the elections. Speaking in Ra'anana, Lev…
Israeli Supreme Court President Orders House Arrest for Soldier Accused of Iranian Espionage
Israeli Supreme Court President Isaac Amit ordered house arrest with electronic monitoring for a reservist soldier accused of collaborating with an Iranian agent by posting pro-Ir…
Israeli Court Extends Detention of Man Accused of Threatening Northern District Judge
Avi Abukrat from Safed remains detained after being accused of threatening Judge Dunia Nassar in Israel's Northern District. The case was moved to Acre court for impartiality, wit…
Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi Amplifies Controversy with Harsh Criticism of Judiciary and Support for Haredi Draft Evasion
Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi has posted extensively on social media supporting Haredi draft evasion, attacking the judiciary, and threatening police investigators…
Israeli Supreme Court President Quotes 'Legally Blonde' in Law Graduation Speech
Supreme Court President Isaac Amit quoted the movie "Legally Blonde" during a law graduation ceremony in Jerusalem, emphasizing passion and self-belief in legal practice.
Israel Certifies 1,274 New Lawyers in Jerusalem Ceremony
In a Jerusalem ceremony, 1,274 new lawyers were certified, with leaders urging them to use their legal powers responsibly and honor the legacy of late Justice Edna Arbel.
Israeli Supreme Court Reviews Petitions Against Haredi Draft Freeze Law Without Government Representation
The Israeli Supreme Court is hearing petitions against the law freezing detention of draft-dodging ultra-Orthodox individuals without government legal representation. Petitioners…
Israeli Supreme Court Bars Palestinian Authority From Challenging Terror Victims' Disability Claims in Compensation Cases
The Israeli Supreme Court ruled that the Palestinian Authority cannot contest disability determinations for terror victims receiving fixed compensation under a new law effective J…
Israeli Parliament Admits Flaw in Yeshiva Students Detention Freeze Law to Supreme Court
The Knesset's legal advisor acknowledged a procedural flaw in the law freezing detention of draft-dodging yeshiva students, aligning with petitioners and the government legal advi…
Shin Bet Chief Aligns With Netanyahu in Push Against Media Amid Political Turmoil
Shin Bet chief David Zini has requested an investigation into a media leak, paralleling Netanyahu's efforts to halt his trial, both seen as attempts to suppress independent scruti…
Tzohar Organization Files Supreme Court Petition to Reinstate Kosher Certification Reform
The Tzohar Rabbinical Organization has petitioned Israel's Supreme Court to reinstate a kosher certification reform canceled by the Knesset last week, which had privatized kosher…
Israel Beytenu Proposes Separate Constitutional Court to Resolve Judicial Crisis
Israel's Supreme Court is expected to annul judicial reform laws over politicization concerns, deepening the constitutional crisis. Israel Beytenu proposes creating a separate con…
Israeli Supreme Court Schedules Hearing on Shin Bet Chief Zini's Contempt Request Against Former Security Officials
The Israeli Supreme Court will hear Shin Bet chief David Zini's contempt request against former security officials who refuse to disclose their names, defying a court ruling. The…
Israeli PM Netanyahu Rejects Private Legal Representation for Controversial Draft Law in Supreme Court
Israeli Attorney General offered PM Netanyahu private legal representation to defend the draft law on draft dodgers in the Supreme Court, but Netanyahu refused. The law's enforcem…
Israeli Justice Ministry Faces Legal Challenge Over New Police Investigations Unit Law
Israel's Justice Ministry faces legal challenges over a new law restructuring the Police Investigations Unit, with the Supreme Court considering a temporary freeze on its implemen…
Israeli Supreme Court Rejects Attempt to Influence Family Court Judge with Cash Envelope
A family court judge in Rishon LeZion found 1,000 shekels in cash outside his home amid an inheritance dispute. The Supreme Court rejected claims that this was a bribe and denied…
Israeli Supreme Court Chief Justice Avoids Controversial Draft Law Hearing, Leaving Colleagues to Face Backlash
Israeli Supreme Court President Isaac Amit has strategically recused himself from the panel reviewing a controversial draft law exempting yeshiva students from military service pe…
Israeli Supreme Court Expands Hearing on Yeshiva Students' Arrest Exemption Law to Nine Judges
The Israeli Supreme Court has expanded the hearing on the law exempting yeshiva students from arrest to nine judges, following a temporary injunction suspending the law. The law…
Israeli Knesset Rushes to Pass Controversial Bills Before Dissolution
In the final day before the 25th Knesset dissolves, Israel's coalition is fast-tracking controversial laws affecting media, military service, and religious status, amid legal chal…
Israeli Knesset Votes on Controversial Media Weakening Law Amid Legal Challenges
The Israeli Knesset is voting on a controversial media reform law pushed by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi that critics say will weaken media independence and regulatory ove…
Israeli Supreme Court Temporarily Blocks Law Freezing Arrests of Draft Dodgers
The Israeli Supreme Court temporarily halted the implementation of the law freezing arrests of draft dodgers, scheduling a full hearing soon.
Israeli Supreme Court Reviews Controversial Broadcasting Law Amid Procedural Complaints
The Israeli Supreme Court is reviewing petitions challenging the Broadcasting Law passed by the Knesset amid claims of procedural violations and lack of legal approvals. Petitione…
Israeli Government Refuses to Comply with Supreme Court Ruling, Sparking Legal and Political Crisis
The Israeli government has declared it will not comply with a Supreme Court ruling reinstating the Second Authority Council, provoking a constitutional crisis. The Supreme Court w…
Israeli Justice Minister Warns of Inevitable Constitutional Crisis Amid Supreme Court Power Struggle
Israeli Justice Minister Yariv Levin warns of an inevitable constitutional crisis as the Supreme Court asserts dominance over government decisions, threatening civil servants with…
Israeli Judiciary Faces Criticism Over Contradictory Legal Rulings and Political Bias
Israel’s judiciary faces criticism for contradictory rulings on the State Comptroller and Second Authority appointments, exposing political bias and undermining public trust in th…
Israeli Minister David Amsalem Uses Social Media for Personal Attacks and Political Rhetoric
Israeli Minister David Amsalem has drawn attention for his aggressive social media posts targeting political opponents, judiciary members, and public figures with personal insults…
