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Haaretz Under Fire: Education Minister Reviews Controversial Curriculum

1/20/2026

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Haaretz faces scrutiny for its portrayal of Israel in high school exams, prompting Education Minister Yoav Kisch to review the content.
Haaretz remains in a legal battle over a government resolution to cancel subscriptions for officials and halt advertisements.
Critics say schools inadequately teach Jewish history, while claims of Jewish colonialism fuel the debate and call for a broader curriculum.

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Story summary

Haaretz faces scrutiny for its portrayal of Israel in high school exams, prompting Education Minister Yoav Kisch to review the content.
Haaretz remains in a legal battle over a government resolution to cancel subscriptions for officials and halt advertisements.
Critics say schools inadequately teach Jewish history, while claims of Jewish colonialism fuel the debate and call for a broader curriculum.