Jerusalem District Court

State indicts 19-year-old for alleged revenge rampage in West Bank village after outpost evacuation

According to the indictment, events unfolded after security forces dismantled the outpost “Tzur Misgavi,” prompting dozens of individuals - including Harpaz - to gather in a planned act of revenge.

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VIEW OF graffiti sprayed by extremist settlers in the village of Jaba, West Bank, November 18, 2025.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir arrives for a hearing at the District Court in Jerusalem, January 25, 2026, after Superintendent Rinat Saban filed a lawsuit accusing him, according to reports, of blocking her promotion in the police.

Court rejects Ben-Gvir bid to delay promotion case ruling, warns of harm to police independence

In the decision handed down by Judge David Gidoni, the court held that the mere filing - or even stated intention to file - an appeal does not in itself justify freezing a judgment.

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National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir addresses his Otzma Yehudit party faction in the Knesset last month. Under Ben-Gvir, investigations into alleged Jewish nationalist crime have plummeted 73% since 2023, says the writer.

Prosecution opposes Ben-Gvir’s request to freeze ruling requiring promotion of senior officer

Judge David Gidoni ruled Feb 9 that Ben-Gvir’s refusal to approve Saban’s promotion, despite support from Commissioner Levy and senior officials, was “extremely unreasonable.”

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National Security minister Iamar Ben Gvir and Supt. Rinat Saban at the District Court in Jerusalem. Ben Gvir has reportedly been blocking Saban’s promotion. January 25, 2026.

Court holds hearing on Ben-Gvir’s refusal to promote lead Netanyahu Case 4000 investigator

The petition alleges that Ben-Gvir unlawfully delayed Saban’s promotion from superintendent to chief superintendent despite the completion of all professional requirements and police recommendations.

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Netanyahu trial postponed by coronavirus lockdown

The order could potentially push the calling of witnesses to right before or right after election day.

JANUARY 9, 2021ByYONAH JEREMY BOB, JEREMY SHARON
‘A PERSON’S trust in a fair trial is similar’: Opening the trial against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Jerusalem District Court on May 24

Netanyahu trial: Court hearing PM’s motion to dismiss corruption charges

The state prosecution on Thursday night requested that the court reject the defendants’ motions.

DECEMBER 6, 2020ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's Lawyers Boaz Ben Zur and Amit Hadad arrive to the District Court in Jerusalem for a court hearing as part of the trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on December 1, 2020.

Judges express skepticism over Leifer’s Supreme Court extradition appeal

The judges expressed skepticism on several occasions to the claims by Leifer’s defense attorneys.

DECEMBER 3, 2020ByJEREMY SHARON
Malka Leifer, a former Australian school principal who is wanted in Australia on suspicion of sexually abusing students, walks in the corridor of the Jerusalem District Court accompanied by Israel Prison Service guards, in Jerusalem

Court ruling shows easier path for young Arabs to gain Israeli citizenship

Population Authority compelled to publish rules for applicants aged 18-21

NOVEMBER 26, 2020ByJOSHUA SHUMAN/THE MEDIA LINE
District Court of Jerusalem

NGO to High Court: Here is how AG flopped letting PM off in Stock Affair

NOVEMBER 21, 2020ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Israeli workers hang a large billboard with a picture Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as part of a protest of business owners against the Coronavirus Restrictions, November 12, 2020.

A-G decides limits on Netanyahu's powers during trial

In addition, Netanyahu would be banned from involvement in the Communications Ministry

NOVEMBER 2, 2020ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Attorney General of Israel, Avichai Mandelbli speaks at the 17th annual Jerusalem Conference of the 'Besheva' group, on February 24, 2020.

The ruling to extradite Malka Leifer takes us one step closer to justice

Leifer is expected to appeal to the Supreme Court. If that fails, she will finally be on her way to Australia.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020ByJPOST EDITORIAL
Malka Leifer, An Ultra orthodox teacher wanted in Australia for child sex abuse, seen on a screen via a video link during a court hearing at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem on July 29, 2020.

Netanyahu's trial to start January 2021, calling witnesses 3 times a week

The judge in Netanyahu's case said it was impossible to hold a trial if Netanyahu's lawyers continue to complain about whether they are being paid.

JULY 19, 2020ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Lawyers prepare for the second hearing of Prime Minister Benajmain Netanyahu's trial, July 19, 2020

Final request to block Greek Orthodox property sale to Jewish NGO denied

Appeal was filed by the patriarchate after the church sold the land to Ateret Cohanim in 2004.

JUNE 27, 2020ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Magnanimous Zionists should save the New Imperial Hotel and Jaffa Gate

Netanyahu is running scared

None of the ministers, members of Knesset or partners I had during my years in politics, were part of my decision to resign from my role as prime minister.

MAY 28, 2020ByEHUD OLMERT
A PROTEST against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem.