Abbas petitions High Court: Halt demolition orders until new government formed

Mansour Abbas and Ra'am have petitioned the High Court of Justice against Minister Ben Gvir, demanding a freeze on demolition orders until a new government is formed. Ben Gvir responded that demolitions continue year-round. The article notes the petition has a political aspect vis-à-vis Ra'am's voter base.

Mansour Abbas and Ra'am have submitted a petition to the High Court of Justice against National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, demanding a freeze on the execution of demolition orders and evacuation of public lands until the formation of a new government. In the petition, Abbas and Ra'am seek to transfer enforcement authority from the Israel Land Authority to the Attorney General. Minister Ben Gvir responded that demolitions are carried out year-round, and that anyone who builds illegally will have their home demolished. The article notes that Abbas himself is acting from political motives, as a promise to halt demolitions is a central part of Ra'am's campaign.