Former Cable Council Chair Dr. Yifat Ben-Hai Segev Opens Up on Media Backlash After Testimony in Case 4000

In December 2022, Dr. Yifat Ben-Hai Segev, former chairwoman of Israel's Cable and Satellite Council, testified in the high-profile Case 4000, an event that dramatically altered her life. Her testimony shook the nation and immediately made her a target of intense media scrutiny and criticism. Within hours, she went from being a respected regulator to facing harsh attacks on television, including being labeled a "Bibi supporter" during one broadcast.

The media storm intensified around her subsequent appointment as chair of the Second Authority for Television and Radio, a role intended to bring her back into public service. However, the appointment was frozen by Israel's Supreme Court. In a candid interview with i24NEWS, Ben-Hai Segev detailed the relentless attacks by senior journalists following her court appearance and expressed sharp criticism of the Israeli media's conduct, describing the situation as a "complete loss of direction."

She linked the media backlash to the way her testimony was covered and the public reactions it sparked. Reflecting on her testimony, she noted it surprised many and triggered significant responses. Alongside discussing the professional and public challenges she faced, Ben-Hai Segev shared insights into her personal transformation since the events, highlighting the profound impact on her life.