September 12 hearing to be presided over by Supreme Court President Esther Hayut, Justice Uzi Vogelman and Justice Yitzhak Amit

Far-right minister slams court, urges passing judicial overhaul ‘in its entirety’ as justices signal they’re seriously considering striking down legislation

Government also wants to limit legal advisers to nonbinding opinions; Likud MK says she'll seek to block appointment of Yitzhak Amit as next Supreme Court chief

Leaning on intelligence experience, former members of Unit 8200 say they've identified 'telltale signs' of Israel at risk: 'Our enemies rub their hands together in glee'

Reform would also allow outside candidates, but is unlikely to receive support of justices; under current system, Hayut will be replaced by Amit in October

Committee chair says change would require Knesset legislation; Critics slam Likud for trying to limit ability of disabled to vote; party says loophole exploited by others

Gaby Lasky calls for more protection for Justice Yitzhak Amit following backlash over his decision to disqualify rebel ex-Yamina MK Amichai Chikli from running on Likud slate

Judge says photos of defense minister with troops during recent Gaza Strip fighting violate campaign rules; Lapid avoid slap on wrist by taking snaps down on own

Vogelman would have only held the position for a year due to his age; next in line is Justice Yitzhak Amit

Oded Goldreich's lawyers welcome ruling but say decision should not be made by Gallant's successor Shasha-Biton, nor any other politician