A new protocol issued by the Chief Rabbinical Court President in Israel aims to strengthen the response to parental alienation, a situation where one parent manipulates a child to turn against the other. While Civil Procedure 2-20 previously recognized parental alienation as an emergency issue, it lacked effective operational tools for judges. This new directive provides those tools, granting judges greater authority to intervene in cases of suspected alienation. The protocol emphasizes an objective assessment of each situation, prioritizing the well-being of the child above political considerations. It seeks to address a growing concern regarding the damaging effects of parental alienation on children and families. Experts believe this change will lead to more decisive court action and improved outcomes for children caught in these conflicts. The initiative represents a significant step towards protecting children from emotional manipulation within family disputes.