Coup attempt in the face of judicial reforms in Israel

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The issue of judicial reforms proposed by the Israeli government continues to polarize public opinion and exacerbate political tensions. According to Maarivthese reforms, presented by the ruling coalition as an attempt to rebalance powers between the executive and the judiciary, were described by the opposition as an “attempted legal coup”. They notably include measures aimed at limiting the power of the Supreme Court and increasing the influence of the executive in the appointment of judges.

Yedioth Ahronoth underlines that these proposals triggered an unprecedented wave of demonstrations, bringing together tens of thousands of citizens across the country. The protests, taking place weekly in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and other major cities, reflect determined opposition to what many perceive as an attack on Israeli democracy. The demonstrators, waving Israeli flags and chanting slogans in favor of judicial independence, accuse the government of seeking to undermine the foundations of the rule of law.

According to Haaretzcriticism comes not only from the political opposition and civil society, but also from key figures within security and defense institutions. Several former army chiefs and Mossad officials have expressed concerns, saying the weakening of the judiciary could compromise democratic stability and undermine the international community’s trust in Israel.

Jerusalem Post reports that, in the face of these criticisms, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu tried to justify the reforms by insisting on their necessity to guarantee “balanced justice”. However, the newspaper emphasizes that even within the coalition, differences are beginning to emerge. Some moderate Knesset members fear that escalating tensions will cause irreparable social fractures, while more radical factions continue to push for rapid passage of reforms.

Globes analyzes the economic implications of the prolonged protests against judicial reforms. The daily reports that these protests, combined with political uncertainty, have led to a drop in confidence among foreign investors and financial markets. International businesses are watching developments with concern, fearing that Israel’s economic stability could be jeopardized if these reforms pass.

Finally, +972 Magazine takes a critical perspective, arguing that these judicial reforms are only a symptom of a larger problem: the increasing centralization of power within the current government. The magazine highlights the implications for minorities, particularly Israeli Arab communities, who could see their rights further undermined if the independence of the judiciary is compromised.

The Israeli press converges on the idea that these reforms represent a turning point in the political history of the country. As debates continue in the Knesset, social and political tensions around the issue appear to be intensifying, raising concerns about Israel’s democratic and institutional future.

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