News 12 Reporter Condemns Attack on Channel 14 Journalist

Sharon Knolich, a reporter for News 12 covering the Haifa and Western Galilee region, has spoken out against the harassment of Gal Tobi, a reporter for Channel 14, who was accosted during a live broadcast in the Dania neighborhood of Haifa. Knolich stated, "Gal is a colleague in the Haifa and North sector. It is always important for her to go out to the field and reach various locations. All in all, Gal went out today to do her job in the neighborhood where she lives."

Tobi described the incident, which occurred on election day, as deeply upsetting. She reported that a man approached her, touched her, and shouted at her while she was broadcasting in a public space in her own neighborhood. Tobi believes the harassment was solely because she was representing Channel 14, noting that "good people" in the vicinity helped and protected her. Despite the experience, she affirmed, "We will get through this and continue to bring you the voices from the field. We will not pay attention to such people."

The incident has drawn condemnation from several right-wing politicians, including Ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Yariv Levin. They characterized the attack as a "blaring warning light for the entire national camp," warning that such actions represent "silencing, censorship of social networks, and continued arrogance from those who see themselves as masters of the land." They vowed not to remain silent or be deterred.