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Judge Noam Solberg Blocks Interim Injunction Against New Police Investigations Unit Appointment

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By מתי טוכפלד

First reported by Ynet · Aug 8, 2026

What happened

The Israeli Supreme Court has not issued an injunction to stop appointing the new Police Investigations Department head, with Judge Noam Solberg reportedly opposing such a move. The appointment process continues despite election period restrictions, following legal approvals and the departure of the previous director.

01Judge Noam Solberg opposes issuing an injunction against appointing the new Mahash head.
02The Supreme Court panel includes Judges Amit, Erez, and Solberg, but no injunction was issued.
03The appointment process began before elections and follows legal approvals allowing such moves during election periods.
04The Ministry of Justice confirmed appointments comply with law and Civil Service Commissioner approval.
05The previous Mahash director left, creating urgency for a new appointment.
06The prior Attorney General appointment method was abolished by new legislation.

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