Overview

• The new law alters the Judicial Selection Committee, replacing Israel Bar Association representatives with political appointees chosen by the government and opposition.
• Critics argue the reform undermines judicial independence and threatens democracy, while the government claims it restores balance between branches of power.
• The law passed with a 67-1 vote, with opposition lawmakers boycotting the session and filing a Supreme Court petition to challenge its validity.
• Protests have resumed across Israel, echoing the mass demonstrations of 2023, as opposition leaders vow to repeal the law if they regain power.
• The reform coincides with ongoing political strife, including efforts by Netanyahu's government to dismiss key officials and intensifying divisions during the Gaza conflict.