Israel Supreme Court showdown over controversial judicial reform
After months of protests against the hardline Israeli government's highly controversial judicial overhaul, an historic showdown is taking place./ All 15 Supreme Court judges are convening for the first time to hear petitions against a legal amendment that limits their own powers./ Thousands of Israelis gathered for a rally outside the court in Jerusalem on Monday night in support of the judges./ Critics argue the move will weaken judicial independence and democracy./ "We want to make sure [the judges are] not intimidated by all the threats ...
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