Eyal Berkovich Returns to Air After Controversial Remarks Suspension
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Israeli broadcaster Eyal Berkovich is returning to Channel 13 and 103FM radio this week after a suspension for controversial remarks. Berkovich stated on a podcast that the incident was "taken out of context" and that he had requested the break. His return to television was confirmed by colleague Moriyah Asraf, while his radio spot will be filled by Arel Segall. The suspension followed public outcry and a meeting with Channel 13 executives.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Eyal Berkovich returns to Channel 13 and 103FM radio this week after a suspension.
- Berkovich stated on a podcast that his controversial remarks were "taken out of context" and "exaggerated".
- He had requested a month-long break from broadcasting, according to his podcast appearance.
- Colleague Moriyah Asraf confirmed Berkovich's imminent return to their Channel 13 show.
- The suspension followed public anger and calls for an apology over his statements.
- This incident follows a recent public altercation with host Lucy Aharish.
Israeli broadcaster Eyal Berkovich is set to return to television and radio this week after a brief suspension following controversial remarks. Berkovich, who was suspended by Channel 13 for several days, stated on the "The Magician and His Sons" podcast that he had requested a month-long break. He described the incident as "taken out of context" and "exaggerated" by the public.
Berkovich will resume his role on Channel 13's current affairs program "Moriyah and Berko" alongside journalist Moriyah Asraf at the beginning of the week. Asraf confirmed his return, reassuring viewers concerned about his well-being and stating he was enjoying his time off.
In addition to his television return, Berkovich will also be back on air at 103FM radio on Sunday at 11:00 AM, co-hosting his regular segment with Arel Segall. Journalist Haim Levinson temporarily filled his spot during the suspension.
The suspension followed widespread public anger and calls for an apology after Berkovich's statements, which were deemed offensive to societal values. Channel 13 summoned him for an immediate clarification meeting before deciding on the suspension, emphasizing that freedom of expression does not justify harmful remarks.
This incident is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding Berkovich. The previous week, he was involved in a public altercation with host Lucy Aharish, which led to backstage turmoil and the postponement of an interview with him on Omri Assenheim's program.
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