The High Court of Justice annulled the government's decision to shut down IDF radio station Galei Tzahal (Army Radio), according to reports. The ruling invalidates a government directive that sought to close the station over editorial differences.
The High Court of Justice has ruled to annul the government's decision to close Galei Tzahal (Army Radio), the Israel Defense Forces radio station, according to Israeli media. The ruling marks a significant legal blow to the government's efforts to exert control over media outlets it deems critical. The government had previously argued that closing the station was within its administrative authority, but the court found the decision was based on extraneous considerations. This ruling is the latest in a series of confrontations between the executive and judiciary, following the government's refusal to abide by High Court rulings on the Second Authority for Television and Radio. The Zioneer has previously reported that Justice Kasher, who authored this ruling, described the closure attempt as 'clearly undemocratic.' The government's next steps remain unclear; it may appeal or seek new legislation.
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