Court Orders Former Minister Limor Livnat to Pay Dudi Amsalem $27,000 in Libel Suit
A Jerusalem court ruled on Wednesday that former minister Limor Livnat defamed Minister Dudi Amsalem and ordered her to pay him approximately NIS 98,500 (about $27,000) in damages and legal costs. The ruling comes after Amsalem sued Livnat for libel in 2020, alleging she repeatedly made false and damaging accusations against him in various media appearances over several years.
Livnat's claims, which Amsalem vehemently denied, stemmed from political events that occurred over two decades ago. She had accused Amsalem of attempting to promote appointments of his associates and engaging in political maneuvering after she allegedly refused his requests. Amsalem maintained that these stories were fabricated and had grown over time, severely harming his reputation and integrity.
The court rejected Livnat's defense that her statements were protected under the "truth in publication" clause, finding that her accusations constituted libel. This legal victory is considered a significant public and judicial win for Amsalem, who has consistently refuted Livnat's allegations as baseless and damaging.
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