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Knesset passes into law controversial overhaul of Israel's broadcasting sector

יול 16, 2026 ·  Source: The Jerusalem Post 80Objectivity score80/100

Knesset passes into law controversial overhaul of Israel's broadcasting sector

Legislation passes 53-48, granting the government sweeping broadcasting powers amid warnings of harm to media freedom.

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The Knesset has passed a controversial bill, proposed by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi, to overhaul Israel's broadcasting sector. The legislation, approved by a 53-48 vote, aims to establish a single, unified regulatory authority to replace existing bodies, with its nine-member committee selected by the communications minister. Critics argue the bill grants the government substantial control over broadcasting outlets, potentially harming press freedom and benefiting right-wing media while negatively impacting left-wing channels. Attorney-General Baharav-Miara stated the bill poses "a concrete threat to freedom of the press." The Israel Democracy Institute also expressed concerns, noting it "eliminates all safeguards for the quality of journalistic content." A promised consumer benefit, a government broadcasting application for free sports viewing, was removed last minute due to ultra-Orthodox party concerns about broadcasting on Shabbat.

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