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Israel faces turmoil after passing bill limiting court powers amid mass protests

  • Israeli parliament approved a bill that limits Supreme Court power as part of a judicial overhaul plan proposed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government.
  • The bill was passed despite widespread protests, with tens of thousands marching in the streets and some military reservists threatening not to serve.
  • Critics argue the bill threatens democracy by removing key checks on government overreach, while supporters believe it restores balance between elected officials and unelected judges.
  • The Supreme Court plans to hold hearings in September regarding legal challenges to the new law that argue it is unconstitutional.
  • Passage of the bill has widened divisions in Israeli society, impacted the economy, and raised concerns from allies like the United States.
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