A-G: Army Radio closure would undermine public broadcasting, restrict freedom of expression
Should the government's decision pass, Army Radio, which has been broadcasting for 75 years, would cease its operations at the very latest by March 1.
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Oct. 7 probe, Army Radio: Israeli government tests limits of its executive power - analysis
The Ministerial Committee for Legislation will debate a bill on an inquiry on October 7, while the cabinet will decide on the closure of Army Radio on Monday.
Katz says gov't will approve shutdown of Army Radio today after 75 years of broadcasting
Defense Minister Israel Katz said he will seek government approval to close Army Radio (Galei Tzahal), a controversial decision opposed by the Israel Press Council.
Israel's cabinet to vote on Army Radio closure proposal on Sunday
Defense Minister Israel Katz argued that the station’s original purpose as a platform serving IDF soldiers and their families has been overshadowed by political content.
'Who said I'm a part of your block': Recording from Gantz raises question of role in next Knesset
In the audio, recorded during a private parlor meeting, Gantz challenges the premise that he belongs to the opposition camp. “Who said I’m even part of your bloc?” he asked.
Arab Israelis push to revive Joint List as divisions threaten their political voice
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Bennett surges to 22 seats as Likud falls, opposition inches toward forming gov't - poll
The Likud would get 25 seats, Religious Zionist party would not cross the threshold, and an opposition coalition would secure 60 seats, putting it on the brink of forming a government.
Decapitated mannequins placed at houses of judges, Tel Aviv mayor, in protest of illegal immigrants
The mannequins also had messages expressing discontent with the current state of illegal immigrants in Israel, claiming that they are the cause of a rise in violent crime rates.
Israeli officials to meet with Lebanese, US representatives on Friday, sources say
This represents a step up in the ranks of officials participating in these meetings, which aim to address economic issues, alongside security officials who attend to discuss the ceasefire.
Egypt says gas deal with Israel 'purely commercial,' does not change Palestine stance
"The deal serves a strategic interest to enhance Egypt's position as the only regional center for gas trading in the Eastern Mediterranean," official Diaa Rashwan said.
Netanyahu to lead team shaping probe into October 7 massacre, Israel's security failures
The team, which is meant to determine the mandate of the committee expected to be established, will convene this coming Monday.
