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Netanyahu Trial: Journalists Seek Open Hearing on AG's Role
Summarized from Ynetnews by baba
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Fifteen journalists covering the Netanyahu trial have petitioned the Jerusalem District Court to hold hearings on Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara's participation in an open session. They argue there is no legal basis for a closed hearing and cite case law emphasizing the importance of open court proceedings. The judges had previously considered holding the hearing in private.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Fifteen journalists petitioned the Jerusalem District Court for an open hearing on the Attorney General's participation.
- The journalists are challenging a judges' decision to potentially hold the hearing behind closed doors.
- They argue there is no legal basis for closing the court session.
- The petition emphasizes the paramount importance of open court proceedings.
- Reporters from Ynet and Yedioth Ahronoth are among the petitioners.
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