Israel's High Court faces pivotal moment as government seeks to limit its powers

Israeli government passed judicial overhaul sparking protests over threat to court's independence.
Supreme Court set to rule on legality of new laws limiting its powers in case that could reshape democracy.
Court has become more conservative but still seen as defender of human rights and check on government overreach.
Curtailing court risks weakening oversight, enabling corruption, harming minorities, and jeopardizing peace efforts.
Fate of court has far-reaching implications for balance of powers and fundamental rights in Israel.