High Court hears petitions this morning against Israel Land Authority director appointment

Israel's High Court of Justice convened Sunday to hear petitions challenging the appointment of Yehuda Eliyahu as director of the Israel Land Authority, The Zioneer reports. The court has not yet announced a decision.

The High Court of Justice heard petitions on Sunday morning against the appointment of Yehuda Eliyahu as director of the Israel Land Authority, according to The Zioneer. The hearing took place on July 5, 2026. No ruling has been announced yet, and the specific arguments of the petitioners have not been disclosed in the initial report. The appointment process has drawn legal challenges, and this is a developing story.

5 developments

1. 1 hour ago · 15:04 · 5 JulLatest

   Court proposes replacing committee members and appointing an interim director.

2. 14:55 · 5 Jul

   High Court proposes canceling Eliyahu's appointment and returning to search committee.

3. 13:12 · 5 Jul

   High Court of Justice convened today to hear the petitions.

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