Israel Protesters Decry Judicial Overhaul Threat on Rosh Hashanah

Tens of thousands expected to protest against judicial overhaul for 37th straight week in Israel. Main protest in Tel Aviv.
This week's protest shifted to Sunday due to Rosh Hashanah holiday. Organizers call for wearing white and carrying Declaration of Independence.
Protests come after government lawyer dismissed Declaration of Independence in court as "hasty" and not binding.
Protests also ahead of potential High Court clash with government over justice minister's refusal to convene Judicial Selection Committee.
High Court hearing petitions requesting it order justice minister to convene committee, but agreed to his request to postpone hearing.

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Posted 9/17/2023, 12:30:35 PM

Israel Protesters Decry Judicial Overhaul Threat on Rosh Hashanah

Tens of thousands expected to protest against judicial overhaul for 37th straight week in Israel. Main protest in Tel Aviv.
This week's protest shifted to Sunday due to Rosh Hashanah holiday. Organizers call for wearing white and carrying Declaration of Independence.
Protests come after government lawyer dismissed Declaration of Independence in court as "hasty" and not binding.
Protests also ahead of potential High Court clash with government over justice minister's refusal to convene Judicial Selection Committee.
High Court hearing petitions requesting it order justice minister to convene committee, but agreed to his request to postpone hearing.

timesofisrael.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/9/2023

Thousands Rally in Israel Against Judicial Overhaul Ahead of Court Showdown

9/17/2023

Nationwide Protests Erupt in Israel Over Controversial Judicial Overhaul as Netanyahu Visits US

9/18/2023

Israeli Protests Escalate Over Controversial Judicial Overhaul

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Netanyahu Sparks Outrage, Accuses Protesters of Allying with Israel's Enemies Ahead of Controversial US Visit

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