'Fired' defense minister may yet keep his job
Gallant – whose criticism of the Netanyahu-led government's planned judicial reform led to his dismissal – was still on the job, apparently in limbo.
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Protests against judicial reform continue despite talks
According to reports, some 450,000 demonstrators joined various protests in Tel Aviv and elsewhere in Israel. Earlier, organizers said protests were planned in 150 locations across the country.
Tens of thousands rally in support of judicial reform, lament media narrative
"The fact that supporters of the government, who would typically be thought of as the silent majority, are coming out to the streets is a real show of support for the reforms," attorney and political commentator Daniel Tauber says.
FM assures US officials legal reform 'will be reached through compromise'
Eli Cohen speaks with Sen. Lindsey Graham, noting the need for "broad national consensus." Following the Israel Hayom report, Cohen issues statement stressing that "there is dialogue aimed at reaching an agreement, but we are in any case committed to passing the reform to strengthen Israel's democracy."
Israel launches Ofek 13 satellite into space
Ofek 13 is an observation satellite with advanced capabilities. Once it enters the orbit, it will undergo a “series of tests to ensure its propriety and performance levels,” the Defense Ministry says.
Gallant hangs on after dismissal as PM hits pause of reform
The defense minister's aides say he never got the notification letter formally required to begin the 48-hour countdown to his removal from office and is continuing to work.
Israel's legal reform crisis dominates Arab media
"As an Arab citizen I think that this is the beginning of the end of Israel, God willing," Qusai al-Qaisi from Jordan says. "I don’t want to say that I’m happy but I’m really happy that this is happening there."
Demonstrations persist after Netanyahu puts judicial overhaul on hold
Protest organizers vow to step up efforts unless the legislation is stopped entirely. President Isaac Herzog hails announcement and calls the prime minister and Opposition leaders to begin negotiations immediately.
US welcomes Netanyahu's decision to delay Israeli judicial overhaul
“When there’s an opportunity to avoid civil war through dialogue, I, as prime minister, am taking a timeout for dialogue," Netanyahu said in a nationally televised address.
PM reportedly reaches deal with Coalition partner to delay judicial reform
"I agreed to remove the veto to reject the legislation in exchange for a commitment by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that the legislation would be submitted to the Knesset for approval in the next session," National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said in a statement.