Smotrich calls High Court's decision on Communications Law 'total madness'

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich criticized the High Court's decision regarding the Communications Law, calling it 'total madness,' according to ynet.

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich on Sunday morning denounced the High Court of Justice's ruling on the Communications Law, describing it as 'total madness.' The remarks were reported by ynet. The court's decision and its implications are still being assessed.

The statement reflects ongoing tensions between the government and the judiciary over the legislative framework for media regulation.

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