TEL AVIV (dpa-AFX) – According to media reports, Israel’s government has issued an emergency decree to temporarily stop the work of foreign media in exceptional cases. Specifically, it is about channels that damage national security, as the Times of Israel reported on Friday. Specifically, it could affect the Qatari broadcaster Al-Jazeera. According to the report, the provision also paves the way for the company to close its local office.
Israel accuses the broadcaster of biased reporting. Al-Jazeera’s broadcasts and reports constituted “incitement against Israel,” said Israeli Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi. The reporting helps terrorist organizations like Hamas spread their “propaganda” and promotes violence against Israel, he said.
According to the report, all shipments since the beginning of the Gaza war can be used as a basis for a decision. A decision is initially valid for 30 days, but can also be extended for another month. According to the information, the security cabinet always has to agree. In addition, a court must also review the cases.
The emergency regulation will initially apply for three months or until the government lifts the state of emergency./cir/DP/ngu