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Israeli Bar Association Demands Knesset Convene to Elect State Comptroller After Supreme Court Ruling

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First reported by N12 · 20 minutes ago

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Following a Supreme Court ruling invalidating the election of Israel's State Comptroller, the Bar Association demands the Knesset convene to elect a new comptroller. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana refuses, citing lack of obligation to comply, leaving the position vacant since July and blocking corruption protection orders. The dispute has sparked political controversy and legal challenges.

01Israeli Bar Association demands Knesset convene to elect State Comptroller after Supreme Court ruling.
02Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana refuses, claiming Supreme Court acted beyond authority.
03Israel has lacked a State Comptroller since early July, blocking corruption protection orders.
04Ten requests for protection orders were dismissed due to absence of authorized official.
05Justice Minister Yariv Levin opposes repeat elections, urging Rabillo to assume office.
06Opposition politicians criticize Levin and plan contempt of court motion against refusal to comply.

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