Netanyahu Faces Mounting Crisis as High Court Blocks Shin Bet Chief Dismissal

The Israeli Prime Minister is accused of undermining democratic institutions while grappling with corruption allegations and escalating conflict in Gaza.

The Israeli High Court has frozen Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attempt to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, intensifying political tensions.
Netanyahu is accused of targeting Bar to obstruct investigations into 'Qatar-gate,' a corruption scandal involving alleged Qatari payments to Netanyahu's aides.
Protests against Netanyahu's leadership have grown, fueled by his efforts to fire the attorney general and his handling of the October 7 Hamas attack aftermath.
Military operations in Gaza have resumed after a ceasefire collapse, worsening humanitarian conditions and leaving the fate of hostages uncertain.
Recent polls show declining public confidence in Netanyahu, with only 17% of Israelis expressing faith in his government and 63% fearing for democracy.