Posted 4/1/2024, 5:23:31 PM
Israel Passes Law Allowing Temporary Bans on Foreign News Outlets Deemed Security Threats
- Israel passes law allowing temporary ban of foreign news outlets deemed national security threat
- Law targets Al Jazeera specifically; Israel accuses it of supporting Hamas and serving as its mouthpiece
- Law passed 71-10 in Israel's Knesset; allows banning outlets for 45 days, renewable
- U.S. has criticized Al Jazeera's anti-Israel coverage but is concerned about new law
- Israel alleges Al Jazeera assists Hamas, shares sensitive info; military accused one of its journalists of being a Hamas operative