Israeli High Court begins hearing petition seeking removal of far-right minister Ben-Gvir

Israel’s High Court of Justice on Wednesday began hearing a petition seeking the removal of the far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from his post over allegations of interference in the Israeli police, Anadolu reports. Amid concerns over potential disruptions inside the courtroom, the judges decided to hold the hearing without public attendance, while broadcasting the proceedings live, according to an Anadolu correspondent. Ahead of the session, dozens of Ben-Gvir supporters gathered outside the court building, carrying signs reading “It’s time to tell the High Court: Enough” and “End the judicial dictatorship.” Ben-Gvir arrived outside the courtroom and addressed his supporters, saying: “Gali Baharav-Miara (The government’s legal adviser) says that I am deciding policy and changing the police — she is […]