Ayelet Hasson Resigns From Public Broadcasting Corporation Kan

Journalist and presenter Ayelet Hasson announced her departure from the Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan), leveling sharp accusations against the system's conduct and its alleged infringement on freedom of expression and journalistic independence. Hasson stated in her announcement, "Dear viewers, I'll start from the end, I have decided to end my professional journey at the Public Broadcasting Corporation." She emphasized, "I will not be part of a system that seeks to silence entire, significant voices in the Israeli people to appease a certain camp."

Hasson explained that throughout her tenure at Kan, she considered it particularly important to amplify viewpoints that might not otherwise receive expression. "Until today, I remained at the corporation out of a deep belief in the importance of broadcasting a different voice. I saw this as a journalistic and public mission, especially in a place whose duty is to give expression to all parts of Israeli society," she said. "Unfortunately, over time, the recognition grew within me that instead of protecting freedom of expression and the multiplicity of opinions, there are those within the corporation who seek to appease a certain camp, even at the cost of attempts to sideline and silence other voices," she claimed.