Posted 4/2/2024, 4:41:00 AM
Israel passes law allowing closure of Al Jazeera over national security concerns
- Israel's parliament passed a law to shut down Al Jazeera's operations in Israel
- Law aimed to silence outlet over claims it reveals military locations, endangers soldiers
- Gives PM authority to immediately close Al Jazeera if it "harms" national security
- Critics say law limits press freedom, hides extent of destruction in Gaza
- White House "concerned" about move, says freedom of press is "critically important"