Israeli Supreme Court Begins Hearing on Basic Law for Torah Study, State to Respond by September
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 9 hours ago
What happened
The Israeli Supreme Court has begun reviewing petitions against the newly passed Basic Law: Torah Study, with the government required to respond by September 15, 2026. The court declined to issue an interim injunction, allowing the law to remain effective while legal proceedings continue. Critics argue the law constitutionally endorses military service exemptions and bypasses prior court rulings.
- 01Israeli Supreme Court starts hearings on Basic Law: Torah Study petitions.
- 02Government must submit preliminary response by September 15, 2026.
- 03Court rejects interim injunction, law remains in effect during review.
- 04Movement for Quality Government filed first petition immediately after law's approval.
- 05Critics say law constitutionally legitimizes military service exemptions.
- 06Law lacks concrete enforcement provisions, influencing court's decision.
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