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Israel's High Court Limits Ben-Gvir's Policing Authority

4/22/2026

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir filed an urgent request with Israel's High Court challenging the Attorney-General's handling of police matters.
The High Court did not order Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to dismiss Ben-Gvir, but imposed stricter rules on his involvement in policing.
The justices formalized guidelines requiring Ben-Gvir to consult the Attorney-General and police commissioner before protest-related policy decisions.
The ruling keeps the case open for future claims of violations.

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir filed an urgent request with Israel's High Court challenging the Attorney-General's handling of police matters.
The High Court did not order Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to dismiss Ben-Gvir, but imposed stricter rules on his involvement in policing.
The justices formalized guidelines requiring Ben-Gvir to consult the Attorney-General and police commissioner before protest-related policy decisions.
The ruling keeps the case open for future claims of violations.