Legislation
Israel's judiciary faces a legitimacy crisis of its own making - opinion
Rather than asking why public trust is eroding, the judiciary forcefully demands that the public restore trust while leaving the underlying causes unaddressed.
Irish bill to curb trade with Israeli settlements due in 'coming weeks', minister says
Tennessee legislature passes bill mandating Judea and Samaria terminology in state communications
Knesset goes on recess after approving key war laws, death penalty
Senate approves bipartisan bill to elevate status of antisemitism monitor
“As we have seen far too often, antisemitism is surging in New York state, our country, and across the world.”
Israel to legalize, regulate recreational cannabis market within 9 months
After receiving government approval, the bills will be rewritten into a new law under the supervision of Blue and White MK Michal Cotler-Wunsh.
Uncertainty remains as vote on conversion-therapy bill nears
The legislation, proposed by Meretz leader Nitzan Horowitz, would remove the license of a psychologist who uses conversion therapy, fine them and send them to jail for repeat offenses.
Legislative committee approves bill for gender salary equality
According to the bill, employers who employ over 100 employees will be forced by law to publish an annual report detailing the differences in salary between women and men in the organization.
Knesset committee to approve bill to legalize cannabis
The use of cannabis will be permitted to Israelis from the age of 21, with the exception of those working in security positions.
Supreme Court rules in favor of prisoners, orders unlimited call duration
The District Court's ruling stated that phone calls constitute a fundamental right to prisoners, inhibiting the limitation.
High Court wrestles with whether Yazbak provocations are disqualifying
Likud lawyer Avi Halevi told the High Court that Heba Yazbak had more than crossed the line with her public statements and posts supporting terrorist Samir Kuntar.
ILF leads first-of-its-kind international campaign against antisemitism
“The use of IHRA's definition as a practical legal tool is the key to efficiently fighting rising antisemitism worldwide,” said Yifa Segal of the Forum's work.
Hundreds of Hong Kong protesters storm parliament, tearing down paintings
The council, the mini-parliament, issued a red alert, ordering the protesters to leave immediately.
New York City is considering a ban on fur to dismay of Jewish protesters
In March, City Council Speaker Corey Johnson introduced legislation that would ban the sale of new fur apparel.