The Israel prime minister's visit to Britain threatens to be overshadowed by controversial judicial changes back home, which have sparked mass protests across the country.
But his visit to Britain threatens to be overshadowed by the controversy inMr Netanyahu had delayed his departure to Britain to deal with the political crisis.Pro-democracy protesters outside Downing Street waving Israeli flags and placards stating their aim of"saving Israeli democracy", could be heard shouting"shame" in Hebrew and chanting:"Netanyahu go to jail, you can't speak for Israel".
Supporters have said the plan would rein in judicial overreach and restore balance between the branches of government.Related Topics
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