The Israeli cabinet has initiated a no-confidence motion against Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, perceived as part of Prime Minister Netanyahu's efforts to undermine judicial independence. Critics argue this move, along with the firing of the domestic intelligence chief, is designed to purge disloyal officials and diminish legal checks on government power, especially during the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Baharav-Miara's letter to the cabinet challenged the legality of the motion, highlighting the potential risks to democracy. Protests against these governmental moves have reignited, reflecting public discontent regarding judicial reforms.
According to legal experts, the process to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara is likely to take weeks due to her role's protections.
Attorney General Baharav-Miara criticized the no-confidence motion as an attempt for the Netanyahu government to operate above the law during sensitive times.
Netanyahu claims he is strengthening democracy while critics argue his actions remove checks on power, suggesting he seeks to purge disloyal officials.
The no-confidence vote against Baharav-Miara has rekindled protests reminiscent of the protests against government plans to overhaul the judiciary.
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