Israel Marks Destruction Of Jerusalem Temples; Judicial Reform Law Passes

On today’s Watchman Newscast, host Erick Stakelbeck breaks down the implications of ongoing demonstrations in Israel over judicial overhaul legislation being advanced by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government. The first in a series of planned bills passed today as large protests and counter-protests continue. The internal chaos comes as Israelis prepare to mark the darkest day on their calendar: the 9th of Av, which falls later this week. On that day, Israel will commemorate the destruction of both Jewish Temples. Erick heads to Jerusalem’s City of David to see stunning evidence of both destructions.