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Rising Threats and Vandalism Against Israeli Media Spark Calls for Urgent Action
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
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First reported by Calcalist · 3 hours ago
What happened
Israeli media outlets face escalating threats and vandalism, including recent attacks on Channel 12 and Haaretz. Police condemnation came only after weeks, amid concerns about internal incitement and government silence. Critics warn that failure to act decisively risks endangering journalists' lives.
- 01Threats and vandalism against Israeli media have intensified over the past six months.
- 02Windows of Channel 12 and Haaretz offices were smashed three weeks ago; Channel 12’s door was vandalized again today.
- 03Police chief condemned attacks only after a three-week delay, raising criticism.
- 04A police officer insulted a Channel 12 reporter in court, highlighting internal incitement.
- 05Most government officials have remained silent amid recent media-restricting legislation.
- 06Warnings issued that failure to act could lead to journalists being murdered.
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