Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that he is feeling 'great' and promised to attend the vote on controversial judicial reforms on Monday in the Knesset. Amid an internal crisis over judicial reforms, the 73-year-old Netanyahu was transferred to the Shiba Medical Center in Tel Aviv on Saturday after a heart monitor was installed due to 'temporary arrhythmia.' According to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office, the installation of a pacemaker for Netanyahu was completed without any issues early Sunday morning, and he is expected to be discharged from the hospital late Sunday. However, Reuters reported that doctors have advised the Israeli Prime Minister to stay another night in the hospital. Netanyahu's office added that they will release any new details regarding his postponed trips to Cyprus and Turkey. The Knesset will begin voting on Monday to approve the first package of Netanyahu's proposed judicial reforms, which have faced widespread domestic and international protests. Under these reforms, the Israeli Supreme Court's ability to annul government decisions deemed 'unreasonable' will be limited. As debates in the Knesset began on Sunday, tens of thousands of Israelis opposed to the reforms took to the streets, waving their national flags despite the scorching heat of Jerusalem. Many protesters have set up tents in a park near the Knesset. The nationalist and religious coalition led by Netanyahu is determined to pass these reforms, citing 'excessive political interference' by the Supreme Court to limit its power. However, critics argue that Netanyahu's proposed amendments would dismantle one of the few checks on executive power in a country that still lacks a written constitution, paving the way for potential abuse of power. Benjamin Netanyahu undergoes surgery for 'heart pacemaker' installation. Tens of thousands of Israelis protest against the judicial reform bill: it threatens democracy. The Knesset of Israel decides to impose restrictions on the judiciary. Israel witnesses the largest anti-government protests against Benjamin Netanyahu.
Controversial Judicial Reforms in Israel; Netanyahu from Hospital: I Will Participate in Voting
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, recovering from heart surgery, vows to participate in a crucial Knesset vote on controversial judicial reforms that have sparked massive protests. These reforms aim to limit the Supreme Court's power, raising concerns about potential abuses of power in a country without a written constitution. The situation highlights deep divisions within Israeli society and governance.
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📰 What Happened
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, recovering from heart surgery, announced his intention to vote on judicial reforms that would limit the Supreme Court's powers. This has led to massive protests across Israel, as many citizens fear it could undermine democracy.
- Netanyahu underwent surgery for a heart pacemaker installation.
- Tens of thousands of Israelis protested against the proposed judicial reforms.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Israel lacks a formal written constitution, relying instead on a series of basic laws, which makes the role of the judiciary particularly crucial in maintaining checks and balances. The proposed reforms have sparked fears of eroding democratic norms.
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