Barakovic and Asraf Clash Over Show's Tone After His Return from Vacation

Moria Asraf resumed co-hosting the program "Moria and Berko" alone on Channel 13 during co-host Eyal Berakovic's brief vacation. Upon his return to the studio on Monday evening, a verbal confrontation quickly arose between the two regarding the show's atmosphere during his absence. At the start of the broadcast, Asraf polled the panel about their feelings on Berakovic's return. Berakovic responded with a sharp critique, saying many viewers were glad he was back because Asraf had turned the studio into "half Channel 14" while he was away. When Asraf asked for clarification, he stood by his comment.

Asraf countered by sharing mixed viewer feedback she received during Berakovic's absence, including some who expressed relief he was not present. She insisted the studio remained a space for journalists, not a partisan outlet, and accused Berakovic of using derogatory language and political labels that alienated politicians from appearing on the show. Berakovic did not retract his statement, replying, "Half Channel 14, and now we'll go back to being Channel 13." The exchange highlighted tensions over the program's editorial direction and tone between the co-hosts.