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High Court Halts PID Appointments Ahead of Election

9/2/2026

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  • Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara asked High Court to block Police Investigations Department (PID) appointments during election.
  • Justice Minister Yariv Levin said appointments should proceed before the October 27 election despite restrictions.
  • The High Court temporarily halted further PID appointment steps while reviewing the injunction request.
  • A hearing on the petitions is scheduled for December 28 before Supreme Court President Isaac Amit.
  • Law allows establishing the PID by February 15 2027, with a possible four-month extension.