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Attorney-General Defends Chief Justice Amid Levin's Allegations

1/16/2026

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Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara criticized Justice Minister Yariv Levin's complaint against Chief Justice Isaac Amit, saying it lacks factual basis.
Levin accused Amit of owning a built property, but investigators said he corrected the violation before moving in.
Baharav-Miara said such complaints arise only in exceptional circumstances and require consultation.
Levin rejected claims, alleging a conflict of interest and accusing Baharav-Miara of colluding with Amit to avoid dismissal.

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Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara criticized Justice Minister Yariv Levin's complaint against Chief Justice Isaac Amit, saying it lacks factual basis.
Levin accused Amit of owning a built property, but investigators said he corrected the violation before moving in.
Baharav-Miara said such complaints arise only in exceptional circumstances and require consultation.
Levin rejected claims, alleging a conflict of interest and accusing Baharav-Miara of colluding with Amit to avoid dismissal.