News 12 Entrance Vandalized Again Amid Rising Attacks on Israeli Media

For the second time in less than a month, the entrance door to News 12's offices in Tel Aviv was smashed. News 12 condemned the attack as dangerous violence targeting their newsroom, calling it a "real alarm" and warning that the blood of their journalists is not expendable. They urged the Israeli government and Communications Minister to stop inciting against free media, which they say fuels such violent acts. News 12 also called on the Israel Police to act swiftly to prevent further violence and stated they will not be deterred despite ongoing incitement and legislative pressures.

News 13, a rival news channel, expressed solidarity with News 12 and condemned the attack as a troubling escalation. They attributed the violence and hate graffiti against journalists to unchecked incitement and called on police to apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators. This incident is part of a worrying pattern over the past year, including hate graffiti sprayed outside News 12 and News 13 offices, as well as a recent attack on the entrance door of the Haaretz newspaper.

The Israel Police confirmed that officers from the Tel Aviv South station have opened an investigation into the incident. The attacks highlight increasing hostility and threats against Israeli media outlets amid a charged political climate.