Israeli Supreme Court Reviews Dismissal of Competition Authority Chief Amid Legal Battle
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First reported by Globes · 22 hours ago
What happened
The Israeli Supreme Court is reviewing a request to dismiss Michal Cohen, head of the Competition Authority, after the Attorney General sought to overturn a prior ruling mandating a dismissal review. Economy Minister Nir Barkat supports the dismissal, citing lack of confidence and weak enforcement against monopolies. The court's decision will determine if the political leadership can proceed with the dismissal.
- 01Supreme Court holds expanded hearing on dismissal of Competition Authority head Michal Cohen.
- 02Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara seeks to overturn prior ruling mandating dismissal review.
- 03Economy Minister Nir Barkat supports dismissal, citing lack of confidence and weak enforcement.
- 04Barkat plans to argue the move bypasses elected officials and protects senior civil servants.
- 05Legal dispute began in January 2024 with Barkat's request to convene appointments committee.
- 06Court ruling previously required committee to consider dismissal after petition by Barkat and Lavi organization.
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