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Coalition law advances benefits for government-friendly media owner, report says
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First reported by N12 · Jun 16, 2026
What happened
A Knesset committee debate exposed that Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi drafted wording for an objection to his media bill. The bill, advanced before elections, is said to grant major regulatory and financial advantages to Patrick Drahi and outlets linked to him.
- 01Karhi allegedly dictated bill language through coalition MKs.
- 02The measure is said to favor Patrick Drahi’s media holdings.
- 03i24NEWS could gain ad rights worth tens of millions of shekels.
- 04The bill may also increase government leverage over broadcasters.
- 05Opposition lawmakers called the maneuver politically dangerous and possibly criminal.
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