Even when the petition to the High Court is rejected - its shadow remains in the War Room | Prof. Moshe Cohen-Eliya
The power of the High Court is expressed not only in its rulings, but also in its early influence on the decisions of the military and the state; and why this affects the debate over…
Assessment
The piece argues that the Supreme Court's influence extends beyond its rulings to shape military and state decisions in anticipation of judicial review. This shadow effect, felt in operational command centers, suggests a deeper dynamic than formal victories or defeats in court. The author connects this to the debate over establishing a state commission of inquiry into October 7, implying that the specter of future scrutiny already constrains how investigations are designed. The reader should watch how this framing reshapes arguments about accountability and institutional trust.