Israeli Supreme Court Reviews Dispute Over Regional Radio Broadcast Expansion
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 1 hour ago
What happened
The Israeli Supreme Court is reviewing a petition against Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi's decision to expand regional radio broadcasts nationwide using emergency powers. The court initially froze the expansion but later allowed it to proceed partially after security input. Petitioners and the government legal advisor oppose the move, citing lack of authority and political motives, while Karhi defends its legality.
- 01Supreme Court reviews petition against expanding regional radio broadcasts nationwide.
- 02Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi used emergency powers under Section 13A to authorize expansion.
- 03Court initially froze expansion but narrowed injunction after Home Front Command's security assessment.
- 04Petitioners argue minister lacks authority and suspect political motives behind expansion.
- 05Government legal advisor opposes decision, citing insufficient legal and factual basis.
- 06Karhi insists his decision is legal and necessary for broadcasting needs.
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