Israeli Knesset Votes on Controversial Media Weakening Law Amid Legal Challenges
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First reported by N12 · 15 minutes ago
What happened
The Israeli Knesset is voting on a controversial media reform law pushed by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi that critics say will weaken media independence and regulatory oversight. The law faces legal challenges in the Supreme Court over procedural flaws. Key provisions include government control of ratings data, removal of cross-ownership bans, and redefining "small channels" to reduce news obligations. Opposition from ultra-Orthodox parties forced the removal of a government streaming app provision. The Supreme Court declined to halt the bill before final passage but may intervene afterward.
- 01Knesset votes on media weakening law amid legal and political controversy.
- 02Law allows government control over ratings and advertising budgets.
- 03Cross-ownership bans removed, threatening media independence.
- 04Definition of "small channels" raised, reducing news regulation.
- 05Ultra-Orthodox parties blocked government streaming app provision.
- 06Supreme Court acknowledges procedural flaws but delays intervention.
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