Israel

News editors and chiefs from over thirty media organisations have signed an open letter calling for journalists in Gaza to be protected.

With multiple conflicts and with a mass of elections, the environment for journalists in 2024 is increasingly hostile.

With over 30 journalists killed in the Middle East, the need to protect them and hold perpetrators to account has never been so important.

Following the much-condemned judicial reforms, the Israeli government is once again turning its attention to independent media.

The new Communications Minister has said there is “no place” for public broadcasting in Israel, as he threatens Kan with privatisation.

It is critical following Shireen Abu Aqla's death that those responsible are held to account, and journalists are guaranteed greater safety.

Since last summer, Israel's public media landscape has been affected by countless debates and controversial proposals regarding the future of public service broadcasting.

After a series of debates and amidst threats to call a national election and a general strike, the Israeli government have reached a deal for a new national broadcaster.

Cabinet disagreements over state control and amendments further delay the institution of a new public broadcaster in Israel.