The Israeli High Court of Justice has issued a conditional order requiring Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to explain why he has not dismissed National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. The court expanded its panel to nine justices for the upcoming hearing on March 24, citing the case's gravity. The core issue revolves around allegations that Ben-Gvir violated agreements with Attorney-General Gali Baharav-Miara regarding police conduct and interference in police operations. Baharav-Miara accused Ben-Gvir of abusing his powers, pressuring police, and overstepping legal boundaries, which he denies. Netanyahu has publicly vowed not to fire Ben-Gvir, whose party is part of the coalition, and coalition leaders have urged Netanyahu to ignore court rulings. Critics, including former Supreme Court president Dorit Beinisch, warn that such actions threaten Israel’s democratic institutions and could lead to a constitutional crisis. The case highlights ongoing tensions between the judiciary and the government over the authority to appoint and dismiss ministers, amid accusations of judicial overreach and political interference.