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Channel 14 Launches Intimidation Campaign Against Knesset Legal Advisor Amid Media Law Dispute

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First reported by Mako · Jul 20, 2026

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Channel 14 has launched a campaign against Knesset legal advisor Shagit Afik, who is reviewing the Media Weakening Law for the Supreme Court. The channel, benefiting from the law, aired a report accusing Afik of undermining the Knesset. The Supreme Court recently froze parts of the law due to procedural concerns raised in Afik’s opinion.

01Channel 14 targets Knesset legal advisor Shagit Afik over her critical opinion on the Media Weakening Law.
02The channel stands to gain millions from regulatory benefits under the law.
03A promo titled "Who Took Over the Knesset?" accuses Afik of intimidating lawmakers.
04Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi and MK Galit Distel-Atbaryan support the law and dismiss critics.
05The Supreme Court froze parts of the law citing serious procedural and substantive issues.
06The injunction suspends broadcasting approvals for i24NEWS and advertising on yes and HOT platforms.

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