Netanyahu fires defense minister who urged a halt to overhaul of Israel’s judiciary

By

Israeli police use a water cannon to disperse demonstrators blocking the freeway during a protest against plans by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

The move by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signaled he will move ahead with a contentious plan to overhaul Israel’s judicial system — a plan that has sparked widespread opposition.

(Image credit: Ariel Schalit/AP)

Read More at NPR

Check Also

Many in Poland fear their country is moving toward autocracy

Hundreds of thousands of Poles took to the streets to vent their anger and concern …