The order is a necessary first step before the court can order Netanyahu to fire the National Security Minister. Ben-Gvir said in response that the court has 'no authority' and that 'there will be coup' against him spurred by Israel's judiciary

As tension runs high among opposition leaders and disagreements continue to emerge concerning a potential joint electoral run, it's becoming increasingly clear that while there are many capable figures who want to oust Netanyahu, there's no single leader to unite them

Authorities say tens of millions of shekels donated to support residents during the Gaza war were funneled through a local nonprofit to private businesses at the request of the mayor and senior officials. In return, the businesses allegedly provided cash or other benefits to the officials