After assailing Mandelblit before opening of his corruption trial, PM said to honor Orly Lev, who was questioned for posting AG's phone number, saying his smile must be 'wiped off'

Likud minister David Amsalem claims there's 'no dispute' about AG's guilt in 2010 affair in which he was briefly a suspect; new justice minister says remark 'crosses red line'

Avi Nissenkorn says he intends 'to weigh the different possibilities,' while keeping AG Mandelblit temporarily in post after clash over previous office holder

Avi Nissenkorn hails judicial system as vital for democracy, while outgoing minister Ohana continues to feud with attorney general, even during passing of baton

Cops accused of trying to circumvent Israeli court ruling that man be allowed to stay in country to protect his life, newspaper reports

Officials fear staunch ally of PM will look out for his interests as head of law enforcement; Miri Regev tapped as transportation minister, to become foreign minister in 18 months

Lawyer for suspect says client was involved in 'legitimate criticism'; Ya'alon places blame on 'messengers' of Netanyahu

Top law enforcement officials reportedly fearful Netanyahu ally will seek outside candidate to lead force, curtail investigation unit and oppose possible new probes into premier

Justice Ministry says threatening messages against Mandelblit appear to be part of organized campaign, possibly linked to upcoming protest against him; PM's trial starts on May 24

Justice Minister, set to end his tenure this week, calls for state comptroller to look into claims Shai Nitzan illegally accessed ministry's computer system after leaving post