The new law lets religious courts rule on certain civil disputes if both parties consent, raising concerns about unequal bargaining power and potential threats to women's rights, while most opposition leaders vowed to repeal it once back in government
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The new law lets religious courts rule on certain civil disputes if both parties consent, raising concerns about unequal bargaining power and potential threats to women's rights, while most opposition leaders vowed to repeal it once back in government
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01:04 AM • March 25 2026 IST
Israel's parliament approved a controversial law on Monday night allowing religious courts to arbitrate certain civil disputes if both sides agree, expanding their role beyond traditional religious matters. Critics say the move risks creating parallel legal systems and could undermine women's rights and equality under the law.
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