For many Israelis, their country’s future rests on the fate of a government plan to overhaul the courts. In a remote part of northeastern Israel, ethnic and religious differences among Jews show why the issue has become so important.
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The 2 Israels: Court Crisis Is Front Line for Dueling Visions of a Nation’s Future
For many Israelis, their country’s future rests on the fate of a government plan to overhaul the courts. In a remote part of northeastern Israel, ethnic and religious differences among Jews show why the issue has become so important.
McCarthy Offers to Host Netanyahu in Washington After Biden Refuses
The House speaker, Kevin McCarthy, made the informal invitation during a visit to the Israeli Parliament, which came after President Biden had declined to invite the Israeli leader to Washington.
Israeli Religious Right Demonstrates for Judicial Changes
Government ministers addressed the crowd and promised not to give up on the judicial plan, even as talks continue with the opposition for a compromise.
In Israel, a Memorial Day Marked by Political Divisions
While some politicians did not speak as planned at cemeteries, an appearance by the ultranationalist minister Itamar Ben-Gvir resulted in loud shouting matches between his supporters and opponents.
Political Chaos Unsettles Israel as It Looks to Honor the Fallen and Its Independence
Israelis are bracing for a tense Memorial Day and the 75th anniversary of their country’s founding as a political crisis tears it apart.
Israel’s Right-Wing Government Has Jewish Democrats at a Loss
American lawmakers defending Israel have often fallen back on what they call the countries’ shared democratic values. But defending the current far-right government is proving a lot harder.
Israel’s President Sees Hope for Judicial Compromise
Isaac Herzog is leading talks to resolve a crisis provoked by a divisive government plan to overhaul the courts. In an interview with The Times, he said he was optimistic about a breakthrough.
Your Tuesday Briefing: China’s Display of Force Around Taiwan
Also, President Biden prepares to visit Northern Ireland and Ireland.
Netanyahu Reverses Firing of Yoav Gallant, Israel’s Defense Minister
Yoav Gallant was dismissed last month after expressing concern about the pace of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s judicial overhaul plan.