Israel court approves 35-day ban on Al Jazeera operations

An Israeli court has reduced the ban imposed by the government on Qatari television Al Jazeera’s operations in Israel to a period of 35 days instead of 45 requested by Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi.Thus, the ban will end on Sunday, June 9.

Tel Aviv District Court Judge Shai Yaniv on Wednesday, June 5,



ruled that clear evidence supports the long-term connection between Hamas and Al Jazeera, indicating Hamas’ progress through the channel.

“Freedom of expression is of particular importance in times of war. However, when there is significant damage to the security of the state, the latter comes first,” Yaniv said.