Benjamin Netanyahu’s new government of fascists and fanatics has brought Israel to a historic crossroads in 100 days.

Benjamin Netanyahu’s new government of fascists and fanatics has brought Israel to a historic crossroads in 100 days.
Palestinians, Israeli opposition worry about formation of armed force directly under the far-right minister’s control.
The Israeli prime minister and his defence chief visited soldiers together later on Monday in latest sign of thaw.
Washington’s criticism of Israel not about Palestinians but can lead to questioning of US-Israel ties, analysts say.
White House spokesman says ‘there’s a lot to like’ about Israeli PM statement rejecting US president’s criticism.
NATO allies Turkey and Hungary not invited to the summit; Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the event.
PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s statement Monday hasn’t appeased those opposing his perceived desire to control the judiciary.
Sacked defence chief had warned the deep divisions in Israel were threatening to weaken the military.
An estimated 500,000 people protest over the far-right govt’s judiciary reform plans.
Tens of thousands rally for the ninth straight week against government plan to overhaul court system.
Rights groups are urging Washington to revoke visa of Israeli minister who called for wiping out a Palestinian village.
US State Department condemns Israeli minister’s call for Huwara to be ‘wiped out’, calling it a ‘disgusting’ incitement.
World body concerned that changes would risk effectiveness of the judiciary to defend the rule of law, human rights.
Sweeping judicial changes, cornerstone of PM Netanyahu’s far-right government, to get first reading in Knesset.