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flag On Feb. 2, 2026, Netanyahu warned Israel's democracy is eroding during a contested Knesset anniversary event amid boycotts and absence of top judicial figures over judicial reform tensions.

flag On February 2, 2026, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned during a Knesset ceremony marking the 60th anniversary of its building that Israel’s democracy is eroding, calling for restored balance among government branches. flag The event, which included Tu Bishvat tree plantings and other traditions, was boycotted by opposition parties and marked by the absence of Supreme Court President Isaac Amit and President Isaac Herzog amid ongoing tensions. flag Netanyahu emphasized democratic disagreement as a strength, while opposition leaders condemned the exclusion of judicial figures as divisive and harmful to unity. flag Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana defended the decision, citing mutual respect between institutions, underscoring deepening rifts over judicial reform and democratic governance.

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