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Is Israel being torn apart by the far-right government's clampdown on judiciary's independence?

The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
Episode • Jul 25, 2023 • 24m

Israel's parliament approves a law to weaken the Supreme Court's power. Mass demonstrations by opponents say it gives the far-right government unlimited control. Can it be overturned? And what's the impact on Palestinians suffering daily Israeli brutality?

Join host Adrian Finighan

Guests:

Diana Buttu - Lawyer/Former legal adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization.

Judy Maltz - Senior Correspondent for Haaretz newspaper.

Hassan Jabareen - Founder of Adalah: The Legal Center for Arab Minority Rights in Israel.

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