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Minister Seeks Haredi Support for Controversial Media Bill

10/29/2025

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Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi seeks support from the Knesset's Haredi parties for controversial media legislation.
He promises to back increasing the power of rabbinical courts in exchange for their backing.
The legislation would grant the government significant control over broadcast media via a regulatory council primarily appointed by the communications minister.
Attorney General Gali Baharav Miara criticized the bill as risking political interference and press freedom.

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Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi seeks support from the Knesset's Haredi parties for controversial media legislation.
He promises to back increasing the power of rabbinical courts in exchange for their backing.
The legislation would grant the government significant control over broadcast media via a regulatory council primarily appointed by the communications minister.
Attorney General Gali Baharav Miara criticized the bill as risking political interference and press freedom.