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High Court to Review Controversial Education Funding Cuts

1/2/2026

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The High Court of Justice in Jerusalem will hear two cases on funding cuts and teacher firings linked to alleged terror ties.
Petitioners argue the law enabling these actions conflicts with existing legislation and lacked proper review.
The court will also address legal disputes surrounding haredi education funds.
Supreme Court Justice Yael Willner has scheduled hearings for both cases by January 8, requiring preliminary responses within 24 hours.

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Story summary

The High Court of Justice in Jerusalem will hear two cases on funding cuts and teacher firings linked to alleged terror ties.
Petitioners argue the law enabling these actions conflicts with existing legislation and lacked proper review.
The court will also address legal disputes surrounding haredi education funds.
Supreme Court Justice Yael Willner has scheduled hearings for both cases by January 8, requiring preliminary responses within 24 hours.