Channel 14 Anchor Idan Tauber Condemns Media Silence on Violence Against Right-Wing Journalists

On July 12, 2026, Channel 14 news anchor Idan Tauber sharply criticized the Israeli media for remaining silent about ongoing violence and threats against Channel 14 journalists over the past three years. Speaking during his midday news monologue, Tauber highlighted recent attacks on journalists and media buildings across Israel but questioned why there was no similar outcry when Channel 14 reporters faced harassment and physical assaults during protests and hate campaigns.

Tauber recalled specific incidents, including hateful graffiti sprayed on Channel 14 journalists' homes and the brutal attack on reporter Shirel Lalom while she was pregnant. He also mentioned an assault on Channel 14's owner’s representative that occurred while his young son was in the car, emphasizing that these events did not receive widespread media attention or public condemnation at the time.

He warned that if a right-wing journalist in Israel is harmed, the responsibility would lie with the media and public who ignored these earlier attacks. Tauber’s remarks came in the wake of a recent hacking incident targeting Channel 12, which sparked widespread concern among Israeli journalists and media organizations. His statement serves as a call for solidarity and recognition of violence against all journalists, regardless of political affiliation.