High Court of Justice issued an order nisi against the appointment of Yehuda Eliahu to manage the Israel Land Authority

High Court of Justice intervenes in the appointment of the ILA Director

The Supreme Court issued an order nisi today (June 17, 2026) delaying the appointment proceedings of Yehuda Eliahu to the position of Director of the Israel Land Authority (ILA). This means that the state will be required to explain its decision before the panel of judges.

The issue has caused a stir on social media. Moti Kastel, a journalist identified with right-wing positions and support for Netanyahu, reported on the issuance of the order in a matter-of-fact manner.

Conversely, Yinon Magal, who is also identified with support for the government and Netanyahu, reacted sharply to the legal move and characterized the High Court's decision in a short response: "Delusion". Magal's reaction reflects the criticism prevalent among parts of the coalition regarding the judicial system's intervention in professional appointments in the public service.