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BBC Sues Israeli Businessman Over Alleged Villa Defects
The BBC and its Middle East Bureau Chief are suing an Israeli businessman for NIS 75,000 over alleged defects in a luxury villa rented in Herzliya Pituah. The couple claims persistent issues like flooding and mold made the property uninhabitable, despite paying up to NIS 22,000 monthly rent.
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What happened
- 01BBC and its bureau chief are suing an Israeli landlord for NIS 75,000 over alleged villa defects.
- 02The couple claims persistent issues like flooding, mold, and electrical problems plagued the Herzliya Pituah villa.
- 03They paid monthly rent of NIS 21,000-22,000 and provided a NIS 66,000 bank guarantee.
- 04The landlord allegedly forfeited the guarantee without notice after the tenants vacated.
- 05The lawsuit seeks the return of the guarantee and NIS 9,000 for emotional distress.
The landlord allegedly forfeited a NIS 66,000 bank guarantee without proper notice after the tenants moved out, prompting the lawsuit for its return and additional compensation.
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