Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone emergency surgery to receive a pacemaker and has been discharged from the hospital

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has undergone emergency surgery to receive a pacemaker and has been discharged from the hospital. This comes amidst mounting pressure and protests ahead of a crucial vote in parliament on controversial plans to reform Israel’s judiciary.

The proposed judicial reform has sparked widespread opposition, with large-scale protests and threats of strikes from workers if the reforms are implemented. The bill aims to limit the powers of the Supreme Court, leading to heated debates in parliament.

Tens of thousands of demonstrators have marched from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem to oppose the changes, with protests continuing near the parliament. The opposition, including former army chiefs and security officials, has condemned the reforms, expressing concerns that they could harm Israeli society and undermine the country’s security.

The government’s supporters argue that the Supreme Court has been overly activist and has interfered with democratically elected policies. However, critics fear that the reform could weaken Israel’s democracy and potentially be used to shield the Prime Minister from corruption charges he is currently facing.

As the vote approaches, tensions are high, and a possible mass boycott of service duty by thousands of reservists could have significant implications for Israel’s military capability. The outcome of the vote will be a crucial moment in the ongoing anti-government protest movement in the country.

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