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Former Shin Bet Chief Sends Legal Warning to Channel 14 Over Alleged False Claims
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First reported by N12 · Jun 24, 2026
What happened
Yoram Cohen, the former Shin Bet chief and new member of Gadi Eisenkot's Yashar! party, filed a lawsuit and sent a pre-action letter against Channel 14 and panelist Micha Kobi. The case concerns claims aired on June 17 that Cohen tried to help free Yahya Sinwar despite knowing his alleged future intentions.
- 01Yoram Cohen sued Channel 14 panelist Micha Kobi over allegedly false and harmful remarks.
- 02The comments were aired on Shimon Riklin's program on June 17.
- 03Kobi claimed Cohen had helped secure Yahya Sinwar's release.
- 04Cohen demands a retraction, apology, correction, and removal of the posts.
- 05The filings were made through Ben-Tzur, Koorv & Co.
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Full coverage · 5 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 24, 2026
Former Shin Bet Chief Sends Legal Warning to Channel 14 Over Alleged False Claims
SrugimRight · HebrewJun 24, 2026
Former Shin Bet chief threatens legal action against Channel 14 over false claim
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 24, 2026
Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen threatens major libel suit against Channel 14
N12Center · HebrewJun 24, 2026
Former Shin Bet chief Yoram Cohen threatens legal action against Channel 14 over alleged false claims
MakoCenter · HebrewJun 24, 2026
Former Shin Bet chief threatens legal action against Channel 14 over false claims
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