Law

High Court begins reviewing death penalty law as Adalah files petition after ACRI challenge

The petition argues that the law creates a discriminatory system, saying the West Bank amendments apply only to Palestinians.

Knesset approves death penalty for terrorists bill, March 30, 2026.
AERIAL VIEW of Supreme Court in Jerusalem

Petition targets newly passed death penalty law, calling it discriminatory, unconstitutional

Knesset approves death penalty for terrorists bill, March 30, 2026.

Knesset approves death penalty for terrorists bill, Netanyahu in favor

Activists protest against a bill that would give more authorities to the rabbinical courts outside the Rabbinical Court of Tel Aviv, December 11, 2024.

Law widening religious courts’ role in civil disputes sparks debate over choice, rights - analysis


Love and loaded guns: Can you get inheritance in Israel after threatening your relative? - opinion

Is it right that a person just by doing nothing will be deemed to have forgiven a grievous attack on his rights, being forced to write a will with a gun aimed at his head?

 An illustrative image of a Last Will and Testament.

Iran passes sweeping drone law, folds 'hobby flights' under IRGC's watch

Articles 17-22 prohibit “any import, export, manufacture, sale or transfer” of civilian drones or components by foreign nationals unless the Defense Ministry grants a specific exemption.

 An Iranian Shahed Drone is displayed by the United Against Nuclear Iran at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) annual meeting in National Harbor, Maryland, US, February 22, 2025.

The rise of federal clemency and second chances in the U.S. justice system


Jewish teacher files human rights complaint over antisemitism at Canadian school

The complaint outlines a pattern of anti-Jewish hostility int the workplace, along with the school's alleged failure to protect Allen from discrimination and retaliatory treatment.

 Canadian national flag isolated on broken cracked wall background

Law and order: A Torah perspective on law enforcement and civil disorder

Rabbi Shay Tahan, Rosh Kollel at Shaarei Ezra in Brooklyn, NY, reveals insightful messages from Torah verses, guiding daily life with wisdom and grace.


Cross-Border Claims: What Israeli Tourists Should Know About U.S. Personal-Injury Law


Your Taxes: Claim your rights regarding purchase tax on a new home - opinion

Not paying purchase tax on unbuilt property is easier than claiming it back.

 Concept of green finance flourishing businesses invest money and coins into sustainable ventures, nurturing growth of nature-friendly projects and ensuring prosperous future. green finance growth.

What's in a name? Japan cracks down on 'glittery' baby names

Names such as Pikachu, Diamond, Nike, and even Devil have become increasingly common in Japanese classrooms over the past 30 years.


Judge rejects 'Qatargate' suspect's appeal against extended detention

"Qatar is not an enemy state, senior officials in the security system work with Qatar," the appeal argues.

 Attorney Amit Hadad arrives for a court hearing of Yonatan Urich and Eli Feldstein who were arrested in the so-called Qatargate investigation, at the Magistrate's Court in Rishon Lezion, April 1, 2025.

Knesset approves bill cancelling option to form 'rotation governments'

The law was passed after discussions that lasted several weeks and ended with agreements between the coalition and the opposition.

Prime Minister Benjamn Netanyahu and Defense Minister Benny Gantz at the swearing in of the new government