The presidents of eight universities in Israel have issued a joint statement in response to Justice Minister Yariv Levin’s attempt to remove Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara from her position. Describing this move as “dangerous,” the rectors have warned that they will initiate strikes and protests if she is dismissed.
The rectors have condemned Levin’s actions as “dangerous,” and they expressed their solidarity in opposing the proposed removal of the Attorney General.
In response to the rectors’ threats, Israel’s Education Minister Yoav Kish stated, “Political-motivated strike threats cannot intimidate us.” He argued that the Attorney General has been opposing the government for some time and therefore does not deserve to remain in her position. Kish suggested it would have been better if she had resigned voluntarily.
According to Yedioth Ahronoth, Justice Minister Levin has been at the forefront of initiating the process to remove the Attorney General as of last Wednesday. The newspaper noted that Israel is facing one of the most serious governmental and legal crises in its history.
Yair Lapid, the opposition leader in Israel, also reacted strongly to the Justice Minister’s actions. Lapid stated that the impeachment attempt aims to “divide Israeli society during wartime.” He described these efforts as “criminal, violent, and unconstitutional,” and pledged to do everything in his power to prevent such actions.