Tel Aviv — After Monday’s significant vote in the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, which limited the power of the nation’s Supreme Court, the country is now grappling with the aftermath. This move was seen as a victory for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right and ultraconservative religious coalition partners. However, it was a bitter defeat for Israel’s opposition and a shock to the majority of Israelis who were against these reforms.
Political analyst Barak Ravid described the situation as uncharted waters, with both supporters and opponents of the reforms in shock. The reforms proposed by Netanyahu’s government aim to curb the power of activist judges and bring the top court under the direct control of politicians. Previously, the Supreme Court had the authority to declare proposed legislation as “unreasonable” and send it back to lawmakers for review. Monday’s vote removed that power, allowing Israel’s parliament to override an “unreasonable” ruling with a simple majority.
In addition to these changes, Netanyahu’s coalition plans further legislation to politicize the appointment of judges and reduce the influence of legal advisors in government. Critics argue that these reforms will erode Israel’s democracy and believe that they are designed to prevent Arab politicians from running in Israeli elections, ultimately marginalizing Arab voters.
The impact of these reforms has also been felt in Israel’s economy. Startup funding in the tech sector has declined by nearly 70% since the reforms were proposed. The stock market and the value of the shekel have also fallen. Many sectors have been affected, with even doctors considering relocating. The loss of trust in the government and the potential disintegration of the military due to reservists refusing to serve under the new reforms pose significant threats to the country.
What happens next remains uncertain, as it is still too early to determine the next steps. Netanyahu has indicated a short window for discussion and compromise with his political opponents, but the opposition has already made it clear that they are not interested. While some compromise is urged by the White House and other major allies, the likelihood of significant negotiations in the immediate term seems unlikely.
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