Blue and White leader Benny Gantz said Thursday that the coalition's legislation to weaken the media is directly linked to the 'next disaster' facing Israel, according to N12. Gantz called the bill shameful and accused the government of returning to the 'regime coup' by undermining independent media.
The statement, reported by N12 on Thursday evening, adds to Gantz's ongoing criticism of the coalition's communications bill, which he and other opposition figures have argued undermines media independence. Gantz's remarks drew a direct link between the legislation and national security risks, framing the bill as part of a broader assault on democratic institutions.
3 developments
- StrongOpposition MKs and civil rights group file High Court petitions against communications law
- DevelopingChannel 12 News petitions High Court against Communications Law, alleging PM influence on content
- StrongHigh Court of Justice halts Communications Law, drawing sharp reactions from right-wing commentators
- ConfirmedAssociation for Civil Rights joins High Court challenge to law weakening attorney general's role
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