Tzachi Baruwerman, the chief of staff to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, was temporarily freed from police restrictions for eight hours following a ruling by Judge Menachem Mizrahi. The police had sought to extend restrictions on Baruwerman on the day they were set to expire, but Judge Mizrahi criticized the late submission of their request, stating it was received at the last minute, making it impossible for him to reach a decision on that day. Consequently, Baruwerman was able to contact Netanyahu and travel abroad to the UK, where he is set to become Israel's ambassador.

The situation unfolded as the police planned to extend the restrictions on Baruwerman, which were reportedly in place due to ongoing investigations. Judge Mizrahi’s rebuke of the police highlighted issues regarding procedural timing and judicial processes. By allowing a brief window during which Baruwerman was essentially unrestricted, critical questions arose regarding the implications for the investigation and the potential for perceived interference in the political sphere.

Following this unexpected lapse in the restrictions, the police swiftly filed an appeal to restore the limitations on Baruwerman. The local legal community and political observers are watching closely as the situation evolves, especially considering the significance of Baruwerman’s position close to the Prime Minister and the sensitive nature of the investigations involving his office. The next hearing is poised to determine the future of the restrictions and the extent of implications for Baruwerman's role and the government.