Despite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu removing a crucial provision of the law, the impasse over Israel's contentious judicial reforms currently appears to have no conclusion in sight. The weekly demonstration is currently in its 26th week running.

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Thousands of demonstrators in Israel took to the streets on Saturday to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposed judicial overhaul that would provide the politicians with the power to select judges.

It would also limit the power of the Supreme Court to strike down legislation.

Though the controversial programme has not yet been approved as quickly as Netanyahu hoped, his government plans on pushing it through the changes.

Carrying banners reading 'Israel is burning' and calling Netanyahu the 'enemy of democracy', the protesters flooded and blocked the Tel Aviv highway disrupting traffic.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (June 18) said his government will pursue the contentious judicial overhaul this week after what he called "months wasted" over compromise talks with the opposition party lawmakers. Talks were stalled last week after the opposition parties demanded the formation of the key panel for selecting judges.

<h2>Israeli society understands there need to be changes in judicial system, says Netanyahu</h2>

Israeli PM, addressing his cabinet, said: “We gave a month and then another month and then another month - three months. Their (opposition) representatives did not agree to the most basic understandings. The intention was just to waste time.”&nbsp;

"Most of Israeli society understands that there need to be changes in the judicial system," he added. "That's why we will meet this week and commence with active steps ... in a measured way commensurate with the mandate we were given."

This comes as the proposed judicial overhaul, after months of protests and international criticism, was put on hold back in March when Netanyahu agreed to hold talks with the opposition.&nbsp;

However, the talks were stopped last week after the opposition leaders said negotiations would not move forward until the committee for the selection of judges which includes two politicians, three judges and two lawyers, is completed.&nbsp;

<h2>Israeli parliament vote</h2>

Last week, the opposition leaders had reportedly threatened to withdraw from negotiations with Netanyahu if their candidate, Karine Elharrar, was not named to the nine-member Judicial Appointments Committee to select the judges.&nbsp;

In a surprising turn of events at the Israeli parliament or Knesset where Netanyahu’s Likud party holds 64 of the 120 seats, several coalition members from his government voted in favour of the opposition’s pick for the committee-- Elharrar of the Yesh Atid party-- whose appointment to the nine-member panel is now secure with a 58-56 vote.&nbsp;

The committee typically comprises lawmakers from the coalition partners as well as the opposition but parts of the overhaul had demanded that Netanyahu’s Likud party, control both positions. However, this vote is being seen as a major blow to the Netanyahu government and exposed some divisions within the ruling coalition which has also raised questions about his control over his political allies.

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Thousands of demonstrators in Israel took to the streets on Saturday to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposed judicial overhaul that would provide the politicians with the power to select judges.

Thousands of demonstrators in Israel took to the streets on Saturday to protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's proposed judicial overhaul that would provide the politicians with the power to select judges. It would also limit the power of the Supreme Court to strike down legislation. Though the controversial programme has not yet been approved as quickly as Netanyahu hoped, his government plans on pushing it through the changes. Carrying banners reading 'Israel is burning' and calling Netanyahu the 'enemy of democracy', the protesters flooded and blocked the Tel Aviv highway disrupting traffic. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (June 18) said his government will pursue the contentious judicial overhaul this week after what he called "months wasted" over compromise talks with the opposition party lawmakers. Talks were stalled last week after the opposition parties demanded the formation of the key panel for selecting judges. Israeli society understands there need to be changes in judicial system, says Netanyahu Israeli PM, addressing his cabinet, said: “We gave a month and then another month and then another month - three months. Their (opposition) representatives did not agree to the most basic understandings. The intention was just to waste time.” "Most of Israeli society understands that there need to be changes in the judicial system," he added. "That's why we will meet this week and commence with active steps ... in a measured way commensurate with the mandate we were given." This comes as the proposed judicial overhaul, after months of protests and international criticism, was put on hold back in March when Netanyahu agreed to hold talks with the opposition. However, the talks were stopped last week after the opposition leaders said negotiations would not move forward until the committee for the selection of judges which includes two politicians, three judges and two lawyers, is completed. Israeli parliament vote Last week, the opposition leaders had reportedly threatened to withdraw from negotiations with Netanyahu if their candidate, Karine Elharrar, was not named to the nine-member Judicial Appointments Committee to select the judges. In a surprising turn of events at the Israeli parliament or Knesset where Netanyahu’s Likud party holds 64 of the 120 seats, several coalition members from his government voted in favour of the opposition’s pick for the committee-- Elharrar of the Yesh Atid party-- whose appointment to the nine-member panel is now secure with a 58-56 vote. The committee typically comprises lawmakers from the coalition partners as well as the opposition but parts of the overhaul had demanded that Netanyahu’s Likud party, control both positions. However, this vote is being seen as a major blow to the Netanyahu government and exposed some divisions within the ruling coalition which has also raised questions about his control over his political allies. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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US Vice President Kamala Harris has renewed calls for Israel to ensure independence of its judiciary, after major protests against changes pushed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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Israelis MP met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu - the lawmakers met in the context of rising organised crime within the Arab community. Watch the video to know more.

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Elected officials and representatives of Israel's Arab minority demonstrated in Jerusalem on Tuesday against the crime plaguing their communities, calling on the government to increase security, an AFP reporter said.&nbsp;

Around 50 current and former members of parliament, as well as municipal representatives and Jewish supporters, gathered in a tent in front of the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a sit-in that began Monday.&nbsp;

"The police are complicit in the crime", read a large banner hanging in the tent in Arabic, Hebrew and English.&nbsp;

Mohammed Baraka, a former MP who heads the High Committee for the Arab Minority in Israel, a civil society group which organised the protest, told AFP it opposed the "spread of crime."

"Hardly a day goes by without gunshots, injuries or murders," he said. "Instead of working to develop our towns and society, we're thinking about how to get out of our homes safely."

Experts say Arab gangs have amassed large quantities of illegal weapons over the past two decades and are involved in drug, arms and human trafficking, prostitution, extortion and money laundering.

Arab-Israelis, descendants of Palestinians who stayed on their land after Israel's creation in 1948 and comprise around 20 per cent of the country's population, have long complained of discrimination and police inaction against violence and crime within their communities.

Baraka accused Israeli authorities of responsibility for the "catastrophe" because the Arab community itself is not allowed to have "the power to arrest, prosecute or confiscate weapons."

According to Israeli police, 84 Arabs have been killed since the start of the year.&nbsp;

"There are thousands of wounded, and nobody talks about it," Mahmoud Nassar, a specialist in criminology at the non-governmental Center for Combating Violence and Crime, told AFP.&nbsp;

At a parliamentary discussion on Arab crime on Monday, Netanyahu invited the Arab lawmakers to his office for a roundtable to address the situation.

"I hear your appeal for increased police presence and more gun confiscations," he said. "We'll have to act on many fronts, and I want your help and cooperation."

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Elected officials and representatives of Israel's Arab minority demonstrated in Jerusalem on Tuesday against the crime plaguing their communities, calling on the government to increase security, an AFP reporter said.

Elected officials and representatives of Israel's Arab minority demonstrated in Jerusalem on Tuesday against the crime plaguing their communities, calling on the government to increase security, an AFP reporter said. Around 50 current and former members of parliament, as well as municipal representatives and Jewish supporters, gathered in a tent in front of the office of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a sit-in that began Monday. "The police are complicit in the crime", read a large banner hanging in the tent in Arabic, Hebrew and English. Mohammed Baraka, a former MP who heads the High Committee for the Arab Minority in Israel, a civil society group which organised the protest, told AFP it opposed the "spread of crime." "Hardly a day goes by without gunshots, injuries or murders," he said. "Instead of working to develop our towns and society, we're thinking about how to get out of our homes safely." Experts say Arab gangs have amassed large quantities of illegal weapons over the past two decades and are involved in drug, arms and human trafficking, prostitution, extortion and money laundering. Arab-Israelis, descendants of Palestinians who stayed on their land after Israel's creation in 1948 and comprise around 20 per cent of the country's population, have long complained of discrimination and police inaction against violence and crime within their communities. Baraka accused Israeli authorities of responsibility for the "catastrophe" because the Arab community itself is not allowed to have "the power to arrest, prosecute or confiscate weapons." According to Israeli police, 84 Arabs have been killed since the start of the year. "There are thousands of wounded, and nobody talks about it," Mahmoud Nassar, a specialist in criminology at the non-governmental Center for Combating Violence and Crime, told AFP. At a parliamentary discussion on Arab crime on Monday, Netanyahu invited the Arab lawmakers to his office for a roundtable to address the situation. "I hear your appeal for increased police presence and more gun confiscations," he said. "We'll have to act on many fronts, and I want your help and cooperation." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Israeli government has succeeded in passing the state budget because it has managed to avert a national election all over again and following the vote the incumbent sitting prime minister Netanyahu has hinted at the Coalition. The far right wing Coalition could now resume the judicial reform plan all over again the tens of thousands of protesters mean while being objecting both to the budget and also to the judicial overhaul.

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Israel's Finance Minister has revised its economic growth forecasts downgrading from three percent to 2.7 percent growth the cut comes amid a drop in tax revenues and Investments can the government state budget improve the situation. The treasury has lowered its economic forecast for 2023. they believe that the downturn in the global economy and high interest rates will impact state revenue by 5.3 billion shekels that's 1.45 billion dollars

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Israel's ultra-right Police Minister Ben-Gvir boycotted this week's cabinet meeting in protest against returning bodies of Palestinian gunmen. This follows his party's boycott for voting in Parliament on Wednesday.

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Israel is facing a fresh wave of protests against the government's proposed judicial reforms. round two of disruption day protests are on as the coalition government's bill to remake the legal and judicial system is still on hold. Protesters took to the streets as they don't want their opposition to the government's move to lose steam

Protest groups seek to reignite Israeli streets

On Thursday morning, as part of the latest disruption Day against the government's judicial reform initiative, protesters engaged in acts of civil disobedience across the nation, including blocking major roadways. While this was going on, activists held protests in front of the residences of prominent cabinet members and state religious institutions.

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Israel has marked its 75th Independence Day amid protests and political divisions between supporters and opponents of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu`s "contentious plan to overhaul the judiciary". The celebration on Tuesday began at sundown, with an official torch-lighting ceremony held at the Mount Herzl in Jerusalem. As Netanyahu spoke at the state ceremony for the fallen soldiers at Mount Herzl, protesters rallied outside the site, Xinhua news agency reported.

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Israel celebrates its 75th anniversary this week, overshadowed by a battle over the judiciary that has opened up some of the deepest social divisions since the foundation of the country in 1948.

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Due to widespread social disagreements on the government's judicial reform initiative, opposition leader Yair Lapid declared on Wednesday that he would not participate in the customary torch-lighting ceremony that would mark the end of Memorial Day and the beginning of Independence Day next week.

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The exiled son of the Iranian Shah toppled in the 1979 Islamic revolution,&nbsp;Prince Reza Pahlavi, who was in Israel for a historic visit, had a brief meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 17).&nbsp;Pahlavi attended a ceremony that was conducted at the National Holocaust Memorial and Museum, Yad Vashem, as a part of Holocaust Remembrance Day. &nbsp;

Before leaving for Israel on Sunday, Prince Pahlavi&nbsp;tweeted that he wanted&nbsp;“to deliver a message of friendship from the Iranian people…and pay respects to the victims of the Holocaust on Yom HaShoah.”

Although there have been no reports regarding what was discussed during the brief meeting between Netanyahu and Pahlavi, a picture of the two showed them engaged in conversation, as reported by the Iran International.&nbsp;

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The visit occurs at a time when Israeli officials and media analysts have expressed increasing concern over Iran's stepped-up efforts to create unrest in and around Israel.

Speaking on Sunday at a memorial service, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned, “Iran is waging a multi-front war of attrition against the State of Israel,” adding that it was “continuing its attempts to establish itself on the northern front and at the same time sending its proxies to Judea, Samaria and Gaza.”

However, Gallant said that Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have “acted and will continue to act in all arenas, in overt and covert operations along the border, across the border, and even far from the border.”

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On Sunday, the Jerusalem Institute for Strategic Studies published a statement, warning of the prospect of a war with Iran, and urging Netanyahu to suspend his judicial overhaul plan considering the intensified threats by Tehran.

“Israel is seen from the outside as a torn society, gradually losing its ability to function,” the think tank said, echoing last week’s remarks by former National Security Advisor and former Maj.-Gen. Yaakov Amidror.

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Speaking at the memorial service on Sunday, Netanyahu emphasised that Israel must always be ready to defend itself. He added that it is okay if other countries, like the US, mobilise to assist, but that "we cannot build our national security on the foundations of others."

His words reflect Israeli worries about the United States' reluctance to support Israel militarily in the wake of a confrontation with Iran, particularly in light of the Islamic Republic's recent détente with Saudi Arabia, as reported by Iran International.&nbsp;

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The exiled son of the Iranian Shah toppled in the 1979 Islamic revolution, Prince Reza Pahlavi, who was in Israel for a historic visit, had a brief meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 17).

The exiled son of the Iranian Shah toppled in the 1979 Islamic revolution, Prince Reza Pahlavi, who was in Israel for a historic visit, had a brief meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 17). Pahlavi attended a ceremony that was conducted at the National Holocaust Memorial and Museum, Yad Vashem, as a part of Holocaust Remembrance Day. Before leaving for Israel on Sunday, Prince Pahlavi tweeted that he wanted “to deliver a message of friendship from the Iranian people…and pay respects to the victims of the Holocaust on Yom HaShoah.” Although there have been no reports regarding what was discussed during the brief meeting between Netanyahu and Pahlavi, a picture of the two showed them engaged in conversation, as reported by the Iran International. #Iran crown prince @PahlaviReza had a short meeting with @IsraeliPM @netanyahu and minister of intelligence @GilaGamliel , in @yadvashem museum. pic.twitter.com/BOhho8WiJ8 — BenSabti (@BeniSabti) April 17, 2023 × The visit occurs at a time when Israeli officials and media analysts have expressed increasing concern over Iran's stepped-up efforts to create unrest in and around Israel. Speaking on Sunday at a memorial service, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned, “Iran is waging a multi-front war of attrition against the State of Israel,” adding that it was “continuing its attempts to establish itself on the northern front and at the same time sending its proxies to Judea, Samaria and Gaza.” However, Gallant said that Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have “acted and will continue to act in all arenas, in overt and covert operations along the border, across the border, and even far from the border.” ALSO READ | US: Iowa passes controversial bill to allow teens to work longer hours, serve alcohol On Sunday, the Jerusalem Institute for Strategic Studies published a statement, warning of the prospect of a war with Iran, and urging Netanyahu to suspend his judicial overhaul plan considering the intensified threats by Tehran. “Israel is seen from the outside as a torn society, gradually losing its ability to function,” the think tank said, echoing last week’s remarks by former National Security Advisor and former Maj.-Gen. Yaakov Amidror. ALSO WATCH | Israel's Economy Minister Nir Barkat sees India as brother, eyes growth through collaboration Speaking at the memorial service on Sunday, Netanyahu emphasised that Israel must always be ready to defend itself. He added that it is okay if other countries, like the US, mobilise to assist, but that "we cannot build our national security on the foundations of others." His words reflect Israeli worries about the United States' reluctance to support Israel militarily in the wake of a confrontation with Iran, particularly in light of the Islamic Republic's recent détente with Saudi Arabia, as reported by Iran International. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Prince Reza Pahlavi meets Israel PM Netanyahu: Son of toppled Iranian Shah attends Holocaust Remembrance Day

Moody suggested that the change of the outlook reflects the deterioration of Israel's governance as illustrated by the events surrounding the government's proposals for judicial overhaul without they say seeking broad consensus.

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Following the 15-weeks of protests against the Israeli government's controversial judicial overhaul plans, some protesters are reportedly planning to break a long-standing taboo, protesting during Israel's forthcoming Remembrance Day national holiday.

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The trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's case 1000 is reportedly set to resume, local media reports says. The prosecution and defense have reached an agreement to shorten the list of witnesses, the list is to be reportedly reduced by at least 60 witnesses. This will significantly shorten the total trial time this means that within a year the prosecutions work will be complete and the Prime Minister himself will take the witness stand to begin the defense presentation of its case. Local media reports also say that the Attorney General may try to mediate between the parties in order to reach a plea deal.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided on Tuesday that Temple Mount will be closed to Jewish visitors from Wednesday until the end of the month of Ramadan, because of security concerns. Tensions have escalated over the last week spoiling a period when the holy month of Ramadan coincides with the Jewish Passover and Christian Easter.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 10) reinstated Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Addressing a press conference, Netanyahu said the two resolved their disagreement over Gallant's public call last month for a halt to the government's bitterly divisive judicial overhaul plan which he said became a threat to Israel's security. "I've decided to put our differences behind us," Netanyahu said, adding he and Gallant worked closely together throughout the last two weeks.

"Gallant remains in his post and we will continue to work together for the safety of the citizens of Israel," he told reporters.&nbsp;

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On March 26, the prime minister's decision to sack Gallant triggered mass protests. However, a report by the news agency Reuters on April 3 said Netanyahu delayed the dismissal of his defence minister.&nbsp;

On Monday, Netanyahu said he would restore calm and security to Israel following rising tensions over the last week. The country has witnessed heavy clashes, shootings, rocket strikes and a car-ramming attack since last week.&nbsp;

A day after the Israeli police stormed the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, over 30 rockets were fired from Lebanon into Israel, an attack which the Israeli army said was most likely carried out by Hamas. Israel then responded by striking the Gaza Strip and southern Lebanon, targeting terror infrastructures that it said belonged to Hamas.

And last Friday, an Italian tourist was killed and seven others injured in a car-ramming attack in Tel Aviv.&nbsp;

This latest surge in unrest comes after Prime Minister Netanyahu announced a "pause" for dialogue on judicial reform legislation. Citing sources, the news agency AFP reported on Monday that the Israel-Palestine conflict this year claimed the lives of at least 94 Palestinians, 19 Israelis, one Ukrainian, and one Italian.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 10) reinstated Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Addressing a press conference, Netanyahu said the two resolved their disagreement over Gallant's public call last month for a halt to the government's bitterly divisive judicial overhaul plan which he said became a threat to Israel's security.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday (April 10) reinstated Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Addressing a press conference, Netanyahu said the two resolved their disagreement over Gallant's public call last month for a halt to the government's bitterly divisive judicial overhaul plan which he said became a threat to Israel's security. "I've decided to put our differences behind us," Netanyahu said, adding he and Gallant worked closely together throughout the last two weeks. "Gallant remains in his post and we will continue to work together for the safety of the citizens of Israel," he told reporters. ALSO READ | Israel-Palestine unrest claims two more lives; teenager and mother of two become the latest casualties On March 26, the prime minister's decision to sack Gallant triggered mass protests. However, a report by the news agency Reuters on April 3 said Netanyahu delayed the dismissal of his defence minister. On Monday, Netanyahu said he would restore calm and security to Israel following rising tensions over the last week. The country has witnessed heavy clashes, shootings, rocket strikes and a car-ramming attack since last week. A day after the Israeli police stormed the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, over 30 rockets were fired from Lebanon into Israel, an attack which the Israeli army said was most likely carried out by Hamas. Israel then responded by striking the Gaza Strip and southern Lebanon, targeting terror infrastructures that it said belonged to Hamas. And last Friday, an Italian tourist was killed and seven others injured in a car-ramming attack in Tel Aviv. This latest surge in unrest comes after Prime Minister Netanyahu announced a "pause" for dialogue on judicial reform legislation. Citing sources, the news agency AFP reported on Monday that the Israel-Palestine conflict this year claimed the lives of at least 94 Palestinians, 19 Israelis, one Ukrainian, and one Italian. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Thousands of Israelis led by at least seven Cabinet ministers marched Monday to an evacuated West Bank settlement, in a defiant signal that Israel’s most right-wing government in history is determined to accelerate settlement building on occupied lands despite international opposition.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reinstated Defence Minister Yoav Gallant. Addressing a press conference, Netanyahu said the two resolved their disagreement over Gallant's public call last month for a halt to the government's bitterly divisive judicial overhaul plan which he said became a threat to Israel's security. "I've decided to put our differences behind us," Netanyahu said, adding he and Gallant worked closely together throughout the last two weeks.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party has lost public support as per a poll which showed that the party is likely to lose more than a third of its seats if it goes into an election currently and won't be able to get a majority along with his hard-right coalition partners.

As the country continues to flare up over the government's controversial plan to tighten control over the Supreme Court which has been paused amid the escalating tension with the Palestinians, the poll carried out by Channel 13 News showed that more than two-thirds of the country's voters were unhappy with Netanyahu’s performance in office.

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The poll indicated that Netanyahu’s Likud party would be able to clinch victory over 20 seats in the 120-member parliament of the country, which is a fall from the 32 seats he won last November.

The poll also stated that his religious-nationalist coalition would not be able to get a majority with 46 seats, which is a fall from 64.

If the elections are held in the current scenario, Benny Gantz's Blue and White party would emerge victorious with 29 seats, followed by Yair Lapid’s centrist party which would clinch victory over 21 seats, as per the survey conducted by Camil Fuchs.

When the people were asked about the performance of Netanyahu as prime minister, 71 per cent of the 699 respondents called it “not good” and 20 per cent agreed that it was “good”, reported Channel 13 News.

The survey was dismissed by the Likud party’s Boaz Bismuth.

“There was an amazing and very, very reliable poll on November 1, I still rely on it,” he said while speaking to Army Radio on Monday, as he referred to the last national election held which ended the political deadlock which was seen five elections in less than four years.

The government led by Netanyahu had pledged to overhaul the judicial system, however, the legislation was paused to allow for compromise discussions with the opposition political parties after weeks of nationwide protests.

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The supporters of the government's plan stated that the change will help restore the balance between the different branches of the government. However, the critics stated that the plan will only weaken the courts and unbridled power will be handed to the government.

The protests have been taking place amid escalating violence between Israelis and Palestinians in which more than 250 Palestinians and around 42 Israelis and foreigners have lost their lives.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party has lost public support as per a poll which showed that the party is likely to lose more than a third of its seats if it goes into an election currently and won't be able to get a majority along with his hard-right coalition partners.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party has lost public support as per a poll which showed that the party is likely to lose more than a third of its seats if it goes into an election currently and won't be able to get a majority along with his hard-right coalition partners. As the country continues to flare up over the government's controversial plan to tighten control over the Supreme Court which has been paused amid the escalating tension with the Palestinians, the poll carried out by Channel 13 News showed that more than two-thirds of the country's voters were unhappy with Netanyahu’s performance in office. ALSO READ | Israeli fighter jets hit military compound in Syria in response to rocket strikes The poll indicated that Netanyahu’s Likud party would be able to clinch victory over 20 seats in the 120-member parliament of the country, which is a fall from the 32 seats he won last November. The poll also stated that his religious-nationalist coalition would not be able to get a majority with 46 seats, which is a fall from 64. If the elections are held in the current scenario, Benny Gantz's Blue and White party would emerge victorious with 29 seats, followed by Yair Lapid’s centrist party which would clinch victory over 21 seats, as per the survey conducted by Camil Fuchs. When the people were asked about the performance of Netanyahu as prime minister, 71 per cent of the 699 respondents called it “not good” and 20 per cent agreed that it was “good”, reported Channel 13 News. The survey was dismissed by the Likud party’s Boaz Bismuth. “There was an amazing and very, very reliable poll on November 1, I still rely on it,” he said while speaking to Army Radio on Monday, as he referred to the last national election held which ended the political deadlock which was seen five elections in less than four years. The government led by Netanyahu had pledged to overhaul the judicial system, however, the legislation was paused to allow for compromise discussions with the opposition political parties after weeks of nationwide protests. WATCH | Israel: Funeral held at Kfar Etzion for 2 sisters killed in shootout in West Bank The supporters of the government's plan stated that the change will help restore the balance between the different branches of the government. However, the critics stated that the plan will only weaken the courts and unbridled power will be handed to the government. The protests have been taking place amid escalating violence between Israelis and Palestinians in which more than 250 Palestinians and around 42 Israelis and foreigners have lost their lives. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Netanyahu’s Likud party likely to lose more than a third of its seats, predicts poll

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has delayed the dismissal of his defence chief Yoav Gallant, announced over a week ago after the minister called for a halt to the government's flagship justice overhaul, a source close the matter said on Monday. Earlier, Netanyahu abruptly sacked his defence minister for opposing the country's proposed judicial reform, tens of thousands of Israelis flocked to the streets of Israeli towns.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu puts defence minister's sacking on hold

Street action is not ending in Israel. Protests continue after prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu was forced to delay the controversial judicial reforms under public pressure. But the fight is not over yet. Will Netanyahu finally read the room and put a full stop to his overhaul plans or will Israel once again see massive protests? Ghadi Francis decodes the story on this week's The West Asia Post.

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The coalition's contentious judicial overhaul legislation will once again be the subject of negotiations between the government and opposition on Monday, according to President Isaac Herzog's office. Working teams from the coalition and the opposition's Yesh Atid and National Unity parties will hold their discussions at the President's Mansion in Jerusalem. The president's administration said on Sunday that the meeting will start at 11 a.m.

Israel Judicial Reforms : Negotiations between Netanyahu, opposition today

Thousands of Israelis have protested in Tel Aviv for the 13th straight week against a controversial judicial overhaul despite its suspension by the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Israel protests continue despite Netanyahu's pause on judicial overhaul plans

Israel is moving ahead with the plans to establish the 'national guard' that National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has been pushing. The ministers on Sunday voted in favour of a budget cut across ministries that may fund the creation of the security division.

Israel is moving ahead with the plans to establish the 'national guard' that National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has been pushing. The ministers on Sunday voted in favour of a budget cut across ministries that may fund the creation of the security division. According to Israeli media, the proposal received opposition from several ministers in the cabinet but in the end, most voted in favour. Most estimates suggest that the government may have to make cuts of almost $280 million to be able to fund the national guard. Ultranationalist leader Ben-Gvir has been demanding the creation of the force with 2,000 service members that will be directly answerable to him. The text of the resolution states that national guard will be tasked with tackling terrorism, 'nationalist crime' and 'restoring governance where needed'. “The Israel National Guard will be used as a special force to deal with different emergency situations, nationalist crimes, the fight against terrorism and strengthening governance in regions where it is required,” reads the proposed legislation. ALSO READ | Ben-Gvir visits Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem, enraging Palestinians, Jordan condemns move Ben-Gvir received an impetus for his plans after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backtracked on his judicial overhaul legislation. As Netanyahu was pressing pause on the plan, Ben-Gvir and his party, an important part of the national coalition, threatened to walk out of the alliance. It was only after Netanyahu promised he will put Gvir's resolution in for a vote that the far-right leader eased on his position. Naysayers of the resolution believe that the creation of a national guard under the rule of Ben-Gvir will severely undermine the authority of the police. On Sunday, Israel's police commissioner Kobi Shabtai wrote a letter to Ben-Gvir, stating that the national guard could 'harm citizens' personal security' and cause 'heavy damage to the country's internal security systems'. WATCH | WION Dispatch: Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir visits volatile Jerusalem holy site × Israel Security Agency also known as Shin Bet cast aspersions over the plan as well. Ronen Bar, the director of the agency expressed his displeasure saying "it is not possible for two police forces to operate at the same location in the field". Similarly, Israel's Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara has claimed that there will be significant legal difficulties in the establishment of the new security agency. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Israeli cabinet approves budget cut for ministries, may pave way for Ben-Gvir's national guard