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Politics · Full coverage

Israeli Court Orders Fanny Michaeli to Pay 140,000 NIS for Defaming Shakma Bresler

How 3 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.

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By יצחק וייס

First reported by Srugim · Aug 18, 2026

What happened

Jerusalem court ruled that Fanny Michaeli must pay over 140,000 NIS to Shakma Bresler for defamatory social media posts accusing her of betrayal and aiding Hamas after the October 7 massacre. Michaeli's defenses were rejected, and she must remove the posts and publish a court apology.

  • 01Jerusalem court ruled Michaeli defamed Bresler with severe accusations after October 7 massacre.
  • 02Michaeli accused Bresler of betrayal, aiding Hamas, and bearing responsibility for attacks.
  • 03Court rejected Michaeli's defenses of truth, opinion, and good faith due to lack of evidence.
  • 04Michaeli relied on unproven claims from Knesset member Tali Gottlieb and intuition.
  • 05Michaeli ordered to pay over 140,000 NIS in damages, legal fees, and costs.
  • 06Michaeli must remove posts and publish a court-ordered apology within 30 days.

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People
OrganizationsJerusalem Magistrate's Court, Knesset
PlacesJerusalem, Israel

Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewAug 18, 2026
Israeli Court Orders Fanny Michaeli to Pay 140,000 NIS for Defaming Shakma Bresler
Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewAug 18, 2026
Court Orders Fanny Michaeli to Pay Shikma Bresler for Defamation Over Hamas Accusations
SrugimRight · HebrewAug 18, 2026
Jerusalem Court Orders Fanny Michaeli to Pay Shkama Bresler 100,000 Shekels for Defamation

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