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Supreme Court Chief Warns of Judicial Crisis Amid Tensions

1/28/2026

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Supreme Court President Isaac Amit warned that Israel's judicial reform will reach High Court of Justice amid rising tensions between the judiciary and the government.
In a radio interview, Amit discussed constitutional crisis, including Justice Minister Yariv Levin's refusal to recognize his appointment.
Levin has faced backlash for disciplining Amit and promoting controversial candidates.
The interview coincided with International Holocaust Remembrance Day, during which Amit reflected on his family's experiences.

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Supreme Court President Isaac Amit warned that Israel's judicial reform will reach High Court of Justice amid rising tensions between the judiciary and the government.
In a radio interview, Amit discussed constitutional crisis, including Justice Minister Yariv Levin's refusal to recognize his appointment.
Levin has faced backlash for disciplining Amit and promoting controversial candidates.
The interview coincided with International Holocaust Remembrance Day, during which Amit reflected on his family's experiences.