Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed optimism over proposed judicial reform during a cabinet meeting on Sunday, following the spring holidays. The government has proposed reforms to restrain the power of what they perceive as an unaccountable and ideologically rigid left-wing stronghold within the country's judiciary system.
The opposition has staged mass rallies since the beginning of the year in opposition to these reforms, but both Netanyahu and Opposition Leader Isaac Herzog have expressed hope that a compromise will emerge. Conservative writer David Hazony stated that such a deal could lead to the "rebirth" of Israel.
As tensions rise over this issue, Netanyahu is committed to reaching a compromise with his opponents while facing pressure from elements within his own government to advance with legislation. The Knesset reconvenes Sunday, adding urgency for negotiations between both parties due to coalition advancements regarding pieces of the overhaul since talks began.
Opposition officials have voiced their concern about these negotiations, accusing the coalition of not being serious about finding common ground. In addition to judicial reform, top priorities on Mr. Netanyahu's agenda include passing a national budget and enacting laws exempting ultra-Orthodox communities from mandatory military draft before May's end deadline.
Joel B. Pollak, Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News and host of Breitbart News Sunday on Sirius XM Patriot shared insights into this situation stating: "This moment presents an opportunity for both sides in Israel's political landscape; however it remains crucial for them find consensus amidst growing skepticism."