Channel 13 Suspends Journalist Eyal Berkovich Over Racist Remarks
Translated & summarized from Al-Shams by baba
Israeli channel "News 13" suspended journalist Eyal Berkovich after he made allegedly racist remarks during a satirical discussion about US politician Abdel El-Sayed. The channel stated that while freedom of expression is valued, racist comments are unacceptable and violate its principles. Berkovich was suspended after an internal discussion.
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- News 13 suspended journalist Eyal Berkovich for making racist remarks.
- The remarks were made during a satirical discussion about US politician Abdel El-Sayed.
- El-Sayed, of Egyptian origin, is known for his criticism of Israel.
- The channel stated that racist comments are unacceptable and violate its values.
- Berkovich was suspended after an internal discussion with the channel.
Israeli news channel "News 13" has suspended journalist Eyal Berkovich following a satirical discussion on its program that included what the channel deemed racist remarks. The controversy stemmed from a segment aired yesterday that discussed the election victory of US politician Abdel El-Sayed, of Egyptian origin, in Michigan's Senate race. El-Sayed is known for his criticisms of Israel.
During the program, the hosts made sarcastic comments about El-Sayed, including remarks about his use of the title "Doctor." These comments escalated and drew criticism within the channel.
In a statement, "News 13" management declared that while freedom of expression and diversity of opinion are fundamental to free journalism, they do not justify racist statements. The channel emphasized that the comments made on the program were unacceptable and contrary to the institution's values.
Following an explanatory discussion with Berkovich regarding the statements, the channel decided to suspend his on-air appearances.
