Despite holding just 7 Knesset seats, Yisrael Beytenu leader claims he's the 'only person' able to run against premier; calls Netanyahu press conference an 'election speech'
Netanyahu and Gantz's parties have until 2 p.m. to make changes to several clauses flagged by High Court as problematic; Blue and White said to give up on expanded ‘Norwegian Law’
Broadcasting live from hearings on politically explosive petitions against Netanyahu and the coalition deal, top court decides to tell its story on its own terms
Announcing Israel's gradual reopening, PM points to stats showing how effectively he's led the battle against the virus. It's a battle that has also boosted his leadership standing
Justices highlight problematic clauses, such as freezing senior appointments and non-virus-related legislation for 6 months, Blue and White's planned expansion of ‘Norwegian Law’
In session broadcast live, justices hear arguments from both sides, after indicating in Sunday session they're unpersuaded of justification to bar indicted PM from retaining post
Justices express skepticism as to whether they have authority to bar indicted Likud leader from serving as PM; will discuss his unity deal with Gantz on Monday
'Don't intervene,' Knesset and attorney general's representatives tell justices, warning of political fallout; court will also weigh legality of Likud-Blue and White coalition deal
11 justices to weigh petitions on Sunday and Monday, including challenge to PM forming government while under indictment; hearings to be broadcast live
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