Orthodox Control Over Western Wall Plaza Gains Support
Bill limits Supreme Court's ability to interfere in Western Wall Plaza.
Chief Rabbinate gains authority to define desecration and requires consultation with two Chief Rabbis.
Left-wing lawmakers disrupt bill's preliminary reading.
Amir Ohana, Knesset Speaker, abstains from vote.
Bill would block expansion of mixed-gender prayer space.
Bill described as value-based, national, and historic.
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