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Communications Minister Removes Key Consumer Benefit From Broadcast Law Amid Haredi Pressure

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First reported by Mako · Jul 12, 2026

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Communications Minister Shlomo Karai removed a key consumer benefit, a free government streaming app for sports, from the broadcast law under pressure from Haredi parties. The revised bill also expanded censorship powers over content providers. The Supreme Court will hold an unusual hearing on the law before its final approval, amid strong opposition and legal concerns.

01Minister Karai removed the free sports streaming app from the broadcast law under Haredi pressure.
02The law now allows a new authority to censor content on providers like HOT and yes.
03Opposition MKs criticized the law for harming soldiers and peripheral communities.
04Legal advisors were bypassed in last-minute changes to the bill.
05The Supreme Court will hold an unprecedented hearing on the law before final Knesset approval.
06The Knesset aims to pass the law before dissolution and upcoming elections.

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