Israel extends law that banned Al Jazeera for two more years
Summary
Israel's parliament has extended a law that lets the country shut down foreign media outlets, like Al Jazeera, if they are considered a threat to national security. This law, now lasting two more years, allows Israel's prime minister and communications minister to close media operations without needing a state of emergency. Al Jazeera, which had its operations in Israel shut down, disputes these actions, saying they go against international laws protecting free press.Key Facts
- Israel extended a law allowing the closure of foreign media for two more years.
- The law removes judicial oversight and does not require a state of emergency.
- The Israeli Prime Minister and communications minister can shut down media operations if seen as a security threat.
- Al Jazeera's operations in Israel were closed under this law.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu accused Al Jazeera of harming Israel's security.
- Al Jazeera countered these claims, saying the law violates international press freedom laws.
- Al Jazeera's website and TV channel are still banned in Israel.
- Al Jazeera has faced previous actions from Israel, including the destruction of its office in Gaza in 2021.
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