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Barakat Accuses Keshet 12 Owner of Conflict of Interest Over Food Holdings
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50% centerFirst reported by Walla · 2 days ago
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What happened
Economy Minister Nir Barkat accused Dudi Wertheim, a Channel 12 owner, of a conflict of interest tied to his food and beverage holdings. Barkat said Wertheim's businesses are affected by the reforms he is pushing and claimed that explains the channel's hostility toward him.
- 01Barkat accused Dudi Wertheim of a conflict of interest over Channel 12 ownership.
- 02He said Wertheim also holds major stakes in food and beverage brands.
- 03Barkat linked the criticism to reforms he is advancing.
- 04He claimed media and business power should not be shielded from scrutiny.
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