The Latest Breaking News from Jerusalem

‌European Union Funds Yad Vashem’s Cutting-Edge Memorial Project In Jerusalem‌

‌The immersive audio-visual experience will use laser technology to depict the 2,000-year story of Jewish life in Europe‌

Zenger · Jul 26, 2023

2,000-Year-Old Silver Coin With ‘Holy Jerusalem’ Inscription Found In Judean Desert

Rare discovery sheds light on first Jewish revolt against the Romans and deepens ties to Jerusalem

Zenger · Jul 26, 2023

Netanyahu’s Brother Questions Biden’s Mental State

Israeli Prime Minister's physician brother criticizes Biden's understanding of Jerusalem's judiciary reform

Zenger · Jul 25, 2023

Israel protests: doctors announce strike amid mass demonstrations over judicial overhaul

Passing of key part of Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to reduce power of courts is met with calls for strike action and street protests by thousands

The Guardian - AU · Jul 25, 2023

Knesset Passes Judicial Reform Law Amid Protests

Coalition's amendment limits Supreme Court's use of 'reasonableness' standard, sparks clashes and public outcry

Zenger · Jul 24, 2023

Israeli Foreign Minister Meets U.S. Diplomat In Jerusalem

Foreign Minister Cohen discusses peace expansion and visa program with Chargé d'Affaires Hallett

Zenger · Jul 24, 2023

Protests as Israeli parliament takes first major step in Netanyahu’s overhaul

ISRAEL’S parliament has approved the first major law in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s contentious plan to overhaul the country’s justice…

The National (Scotland) · Jul 24, 2023

Israel protesters vow to continue fight against judicial bill

Despite their disappointment, protesters in West Jerusalem are adamant that the fight has just started.

Al Jazeera · Jul 24, 2023

As contentious judicial 'reform' becomes law in Israel, Netanyahu cements his political legacy

Israel’s parliament passed a law on July 24, 2023, that limits the Supreme Court’s ability to rein in government actions, part of a broader proposal by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government to strengthen the power of the country’s executive branch.

The Conversation · Jul 24, 2023

Israeli lawmakers pass a key law to weaken the judiciary despite public outrage

The vote in the Knesset capped a monthslong campaign to overhaul the judicial system by Israel's far-right government, a move critics say pushes the country toward authoritarianism.

WEKU · Jul 24, 2023