In Jerusalem, crowds gathered outside the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, and a notable number managed to enter the building. The event was reported by Channel 12, a major Israeli television outlet, and confirmed by additional international agencies such as TASS. Inside the corridors, several demonstrators were seen moving through the halls, including at least one person wearing a T-shirt bearing slogans opposing the reforms. Security quickly intercepted the individuals and escorted them out of the building.
Earlier reports indicated that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pledged to pause the judicial reform in consultation with coalition partners. This suggestion came amid growing pressure from lawmakers who argued for a temporary halt to the reform process, signaling a potential pause in ongoing legislative work.
Additional details revealed that Netanyahu needed to consider the political dynamics, as ministers responsible for justice and national security warned they might depart the government if the reform was halted. The tension within the cabinet underscored the high stakes surrounding the proposal and its implications for the balance of powers in the country.
On March 26, large-scale demonstrations surged across Israel in opposition to changes proposed in the judiciary. Reports estimated that more than 600,000 people participated, representing over 6% of the nation’s population. The core contention of the reform centers on reshaping how Supreme Court judges are selected, with critics arguing the changes could reduce the court’s capacity to overturn government decisions while supporters contend the reforms would streamline governance and legislative oversight. Observers noted that the protests reflected a broad public debate about the role of the judiciary in a modern democracy and the appropriate mechanisms for maintaining checks and balances. Attribution: Channel 12, international wire services, and on-the-ground reporters.”