Israeli High Court Halts Comptroller’s Probes of October 7 Massacre
Israel's High Court ordered State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman to suspend key probes into the October 7 massacre, a dramatic setback for accountability efforts.
Legal Affairs
Israel’s High Court Blocks Minister’s Pick to Oversee Abuse Leak Investigation
Israel’s High Court blocks Justice Minister’s pick for abuse leak investigation oversight, appoints new official.
Israeli Seeks Asylum in Cyprus Amid Criminal Allegations In Israel
Israeli national Daniel Zarvg, 36, seeks asylum in Cyprus, claiming persecution by Israeli authorities while wanted for a deadly 2024 ambush.
Israel’s High Court Blocks Minister’s Pick to Oversee Abuse Leak Investigation
Israel’s High Court blocks Justice Minister’s pick for abuse leak investigation oversight, appoints new official.
Deputy Police Commissioner Held for Questioning on Breach of Trust Allegations
Deputy Police Commissioner detained for questioning over breach of trust allegations, suspected of interfering in sensitive investigation.
Israeli President Rebuffs Trump’s Call to Pardon Netanyahu, Citing Legal Procedures
Israeli President Herzog rejects Trump’s plea to pardon Netanyahu amid corruption trials, citing legal process.
Israel Military’s Internal Probes of Hamas Attack Criticized as Inadequate
Israel Military’s internal probes into Hamas attack criticized as inadequate. Panel of former officers finds failures in IDF investigations.
Israel Formalizes Boundaries of 13 Communities in Judea and Samaria
Israel Defense Forces formalize boundaries for 13 Jewish communities in Judea, Samaria, and Jordan Valley, paving the way for official recognition and local
Judge Freezes His Role Sde Teiman Leak Probe Following High Court Order
Judge Asher Kula freezes his role in Sde Teiman leak probe following High Court order. Investigation suspended pending final decision.
Former IDF Legal Chief Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi Hospitalized
Former IDF Legal Chief Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi hospitalized in Tel Aviv's Ichilov Hospital following a medical incident. She is conscious.
Itay Ofir Tapped as Israeli Army’s Chief Legal Officer Following Leak Scandal
Itay Ofir appointed Israeli Army’s Chief Legal Officer after leak scandal. Defense Minister Katz emphasizes need for new leadership untainted by suspicion.
Israel Appoints Retired Judge to Probe Former Military Advocate General
Israel appoints retired judge to lead investigation into former Military Advocate General accused of fraud, breach of trust, and obstruction of justice.