Shlomo Karhi
Communications c'mtee approves splitting Karhi's media legislation amid legal adviser's opposition
Under the split, the first part of the bill will deal mainly with restructuring Israel’s broadcasting oversight system, including laying the groundwork for a new media regulator.
High Court cancels Karhi’s removal of KAN search chairwoman, orders appointment process to advance
Smotrich: 'Establishing settlements destroys idea of Palestinian state in our heartland'
High Court hears petitions over Comms. Minister Karhi's handling of KAN council
Israel’s postal service to be privatized, communications minister announces
This marks the first time in Israel's history that the postal service will be managed by a private company.
Coalition advances bill to enable government control over television rating method
Attorney general's office said it was a "severe violation of the constitutional right to privacy."
High Court schedules hearing on establishment of state commission of inquiry into Oct. 7
In July, coalition members rejected two opposition bills proposing a state inquiry into the events of October 7.
Communications Ministry allows new use of cell infrastructure, seeking increased competition
Israel's Communications Ministry plans to increase competition by allowing new entities to enter the cellular infrastructure market, enabling 5G support.
Israeli forces storm Al Jazeera bureau in West Bank with closure order
IDF accuses Al Jazeera of "incitement to and support of terrorism" in court order.
Knesset passes controversial television bill, closes plenum until October 28
The law increases the number of channels broadcast on Israel's Digital Terrestrial Television (DTT) system, known as Idan Plus.
Bill to expand 'Al Jazeera Law' passes Knesset preliminary vote
The bill expands the Communication Minister's authority to shut down foreign media.
Judge approves gov't decision to shut down Al Jazeera's operation in Israel
According to the judge who ruled in the case, Hamas used the outlet to "promote its goals," and the news network has a history of "distinctly inciteful content."
Israel returns Associated Press equipment previously seized for contravening Al Jazeera law
AP reported that the equipment was only being used to broadcast a general view of northern Gaza, however Israel claimed they had been asked to cease transmission and did not comply.
Al Jazeera Nazareth branch continues broadcasts after national ban, gets shut down
The seizure was part of a raid by the inspectors from the Communications Ministry, responsible for enforcing PM ban.