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Gov't-backed bill would expose police watchdog to political influence, A-G, State Attorney warn

The A-G and the State Attorney warned that a new bill to overhaul the police watchdog risks "forbidden political influence" and could turn the department into a tool for the government.

Israeli attorney general Gali Baharav Miara attends a Constitution, Law and Justice Committee leads a committee meeting in the Israeli Parliament in Jerusalem, on April 27, 2025.
Justice Minister Yariv Levin, Ministers and Mk's attend a plenum session at the assembly hall of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, December 10, 2025.

High Court presses Levin over refusal to work with Supreme Court president as appointments stall

View of the Jerusalem District Court on January 13, 2026.

Indictment filed against Jerusalem man over alleged attempt to burn minor on bus

HUNDREDS OF packets of cigarettes being smuggled.

Millions given to Gaza, Hamas: Twelve indicted in Gaza smuggling operation


Mexican authorities extradite Roy Cuzin to Israel in UTrade investor fraud case

Israel’s State Attorney's Office confirmed the extradition of Roy Cuzin from Mexico in the UTrade investor fraud case.

An illustration of an extradition order and handcuffs.

Indictment filed against security guards who allowed illegal immigrants into Israel

According to the indictment, the guards exploited their public positions and the authority granted to them and allowed vehicles carrying illegal immigrants to pass through the checkpoint.

 Border police troops conduct large-scale operation to thwart illegal immigration to Israel. September 29, 2024.

Haifa court extends detention of Hadash secretariat member over terror praise claims

The Haifa Magistrate’s Court extended the detention of Hadash national secretariat member Ahmed Abbadi, who is suspected of terror related incitement based on past social media posts.

Ahmed Abbadi, member of Hadash's national secretariat.

What's behind bills to 'split' A-G role - and will it change Israel's legal governance? - explainer

Critics say Israel’s system lacks the structural safeguards that would prevent a weakened oversight of government actions under a divided A-G role.

Justice Minister Yariv Levin glances at Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara at the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, September 18, 2025

State indicts suspects over Syria-to-Israel weapons smuggling network

Prosecutors say suspects, including three from Syria and four from northern Israel, exploited fighting in southern Syria to move guns, ammunition, and RPGs.

Israeli Border Police walk near the ceasefire line between the Golan Heights and Syria, in Majdal Shams, July 16, 2025.

Turkish nationals charged over plot to smuggle firearms from Iran into Israel

Three Turkish nationals were charged in Nazareth with plotting to smuggle pistols from Iran into Israel through Jordan, including one accused of aiding terror.

 General view of the Lahav 443 police unit headquarters in the city of Lod on November 4, 2019.

Qatargate: Urich's attorneys accuse State Attorney of violating their client's 'fundamental rights'

According to Urich’s attorneys, their client has not received investigation materials and evidence prior to his hearing, two fundamental rights in the Israeli legal system.

Yonatan Urich who was arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation arrives for a court hearing the court in Lod, August 19, 2025.

30% of complaints filed about judges in 2024 were justified, report finds

The annual “Public Complaints Commission on State Representatives in the Courts” report, authored by judge Prof. Menachem Finkelstein, found half the total complaints concerned the prosecution.

An illustration of a court gavel with a complaints sign.

A-G considering filing criminal charges against IPS chief connected to ethics, integrity issues

Israel Prison Service Chief Commissioner Kobi Yaakobi is suspected of informing a police officer of an undercover investigation into his activities.

 Israel Prison Service chief Kobi Yaakobi attends a National Security committee meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament on November 20, 2024.

Haim Taib to light torch on Independence Day for promoting unity and resilience

"Lighting the torch is a full-circle moment for me and my family – both personally and nationally – and a symbol of my commitment to strengthening the resilience of the State of Israel."

 Haim Taib, President and Founder of Mitrelli Group and Menomadin Foundation.