The Haredi parties have told Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi they will support his controversial communications bill only if the clause establishing a government-run news app is removed entirely, according to political reporter Hershkovitz.
The demand, reported Tuesday evening, marks a key moment in the legislative battle over the bill, which has been stalled amid opposition from media groups and political factions. The Haredi parties, whose support is critical for the coalition's legislative agenda, had previously remained non-committal. The removal of the government app clause, a central point of contention, could clear the path for the bill's passage. Hershkovitz did not indicate whether Karhi has agreed to the demand.
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