In our previous episode, we explored the democratic characteristics of Israel’s political system, examined the recent judicial reform initiatives, and discussed the complex relationship between democracy in Israel and the occupation of the West Bank. We also reflected on the broader question of whether and how a lasting peace between Israel and Palestine might be achieved.

In this episode, we continue that conversation by turning to the legal dimension of the proposed judicial overhaul. I am joined by a senior distinguished law professor from Reichman University, who offers an in-depth analysis from a constitutional and institutional perspective. Together, we examine the broader political climate in which these reforms have emerged, including the rise of polarisation and populism within Israeli politics.

We also discuss the internal democratic functioning of Israeli political parties, the political motivations driving the judicial overhaul, and the structural changes it proposes. Finally, we consider the wider implications of these reforms—how they may reshape democratic governance within the country, alter the balance of power among state institutions, and ultimately affect the current state of democracy in Israel.