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Al Manar
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Al Manar
Zionist Government Approves Proposal to Expedite Dismissal of Attorney General
The Zionist cabinet approved on Sunday a proposal by so-called 'Justice Minister' Yariv Levin to revise the procedures for dismissing Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara, setting the stage for a formal hearing that could lead to her removal. Following the approval, Levin called on government ministers to convene a hearing for Baharav-Miara as part of the dismissal process — a move that further escalates the government's ongoing confrontation with the judicial establishment. Levin first initiated efforts to oust Gali Baharav-Miara in March, circulating a proposal among cabinet members to withdraw confidence in her. He cited 'inappropriate conduct' and 'fundamental, long-standing disagreements' with the government as justification for her removal. Zionist Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara reportedly announced on Thursday that the army will issue over 50,000 mandatory conscription orders to ultra-Orthodox (Haredi) yeshiva students in July. This comes amid an escalating crisis over the conscription of religious students,… — The Palestine Chronicle (@PalestineChron) June 6, 2025 Former Legal Officials Warn of Grave Consequences In a rare and coordinated response, seven former senior legal officials — including former Zionist Supreme Court President Aharon Barak — signed a petition on March 20 warning that there is no legal basis for Baharav-Miara's dismissal. They argued that such a move would severely undermine the rule of law in the Zionist entity. The signatories, which also included former Zionist attorneys general and legal advisors such as Elyakim Rubinstein, Meni Mazuz, Yehuda Weinstein, and Avichai Mandelblit, stated that they had been closely monitoring Baharav-Miara's performance and found her conduct to be in line with legal norms. 'She is facing extraordinary and unprecedented challenges,' they wrote. 'In our view, she is fulfilling her responsibilities in accordance with the principles of law, acting as a legal advisor to the government and a defender of the rule of law.' They emphasized that Baharav-Miara has shown 'a commitment to the law, without fear or favor,' adding that her conduct merits respect, not removal. The dispute between the government and the attorney general, they noted, reflects the government's resistance to legal constraints rather than any failure on her part. 'The attorney general's role is to provide legal guidance to the government within the bounds of the law and to act as the chief guardian of legal norms on behalf of the public,' the petition continued. 'Her dismissal would not only harm the rule of law but also undermine the professional independence of the legal advisory system and weaken its ability to function.' Controversy Deepens Ahead of Hearing Prior to the vote, the Israeli Channel 12 reported that the cabinet had begun formal deliberations to change the legal framework for dismissing the attorney general. Baharav-Miara refused to attend the session, declaring the decision to alter her dismissal process unlawful. Back in late March, the cabinet had already voted unanimously — and in her absence — to withdraw confidence from Baharav-Miara. According to Israel Hayom, the government decided to move forward with her dismissal shortly thereafter. In a letter sent ahead of that session, Baharav-Miara rejected its legitimacy, stressing that the meeting had 'no legal standing.' Following the vote, the Zionist 'Justice Minister,' Levin, released a statement asserting that the government's actions were justified by her 'inappropriate behavior and deep-seated disagreements with the cabinet.' The clash marks a significant escalation in the Netanyahu-led government's broader effort to reshape the Zionist enemy's judiciary — a campaign that has drawn fierce domestic and international criticism for threatening judicial independence and democratic norms.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Live: Israel sends more troops to Gaza, presses on with Rafah offensive
Israel's military pressed on with ground operations across the Gaza Strip on Sunday, encircling part of Rafah city near Egypt almost a week into a renewed assault on the Palestinian territory. Read our liveblog for all the latest. Israel's cabinet approved a no-confidence motion against attorney general Gali Baharav-Miara on Sunday in its latest move against officials deemed hostile to the government. The Israeli military on Sunday urged residents of the southern Gaza city of Rafah to evacuate as forces launched an offensive against militants in the area. Israel killed five people, including a member of Hamas' political bureau, in an airstrike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital on Sunday. The health ministry in Gaza said on Sunday that the war triggered by Hamas' October 7, 2023 attack on Israel had killed at least 50,021 people in the territory. Read more on FRANCE 24 EnglishRead also:Israel launches fresh waves of strikes on Lebanon in response to rocket fireTwo French nationals 'seriously injured' in strike on UN buildings in Gaza
Middle East Eye
19-02-2025
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
Israeli minister calls plan to forcibly expel Palestinians from Gaza 'deportation' plan
For the first time, an Israeli minister has admitted that Israel's campaign to remove Palestinians from Gaza will rely on force rather than so-called "voluntary migration." Far-right Likud Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi called the scheme a 'deportation plan' in an online post, attacking attorney general Gali Baharav-Miara for allegedly demanding a legal review of the initiative. This contradicts previous claims by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Jewish Power leader and former government minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who have tried to present what critics condemn as "ethnic cleansing" as "voluntary migration."
Middle East Eye
19-02-2025
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
Israeli minister calls for forced 'deportation plan' for Palestinians in Gaza
An Israeli minister has said that removing Palestinians from Gaza would rely on force rather than so-called "voluntary migration". Likud Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi called the scheme a 'deportation plan' in an online post on Tuesday, attacking attorney general Gali Baharav-Miara for allegedly demanding a legal review of the plan. This contradicts previous claims by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Jewish Power leader and former government minister Itamar Ben Gvir, who have tried to present what critics condemn as "ethnic cleansing" as "voluntary migration." During a heated cabinet meeting on Monday, attorney general Baharav-Miara insisted that ministers consult her on the legality of US President Donald Trump's controversial proposal to forcefully relocate Palestinians in Gaza to third countries. Trump made the proposal on 5 February while Netanyahu was visiting Washington. Her demand, however, was met with sharp criticism from senior Israeli officials.
