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News 12 Threatens Lawsuit Over Ben Gvir Investigation by Network 13

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News 12 threatens legal action against Network 13 following claims of misleading reporting in an investigation about Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.


News 12 Threatens Legal Action Against Network 13

Following the airing of an investigative report on Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir, News 12 has announced its intention to file a lawsuit against Network 13 and journalist Raviv Drucker. The lawsuit stems from allegations that Network 13 published misleading information regarding an alleged collaboration between Ben Gvir's office and News 12's editor, Yaniv Helfgott. News 12 claims that the report misrepresented internal communications, suggesting that Ben Gvir's team had worked directly with Helfgott, when in fact, the communications referred to interactions with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office.

News 12 is demanding a public apology and compensation amounting to half a million shekels, asserting that the report has defamed the organization and its journalists. They characterized the situation as a serious attempt to undermine their credibility in a competitive media landscape. In response, Network 13 stated that they are reviewing the claims made by News 12.

The Investigation's Content and Ben Gvir's Reaction

The contentious report aired on Network 13's program 'The Source', which focused on the inner workings of Ben Gvir's communications with his associates. Despite the anticipation surrounding the broadcast, critics, including Ben Gvir himself, have dismissed the report as lacking substance, arguing that it failed to uncover any significant wrongdoing or corruption. Instead, the episode primarily presented discussions among Ben Gvir and his team regarding media strategy and public discourse manipulation.

Ben Gvir's response included filing a petition with the High Court to prevent the broadcast, a move that inadvertently heightened interest in the content. Critics have noted that the revelations from the WhatsApp group discussions were not groundbreaking, merely illustrating the routine political maneuvering typical of such figures.

Implications for Media and Politics in Israel

This unfolding saga highlights the fraught relationship between media and political figures in Israel, particularly in the context of investigative journalism. The threats of legal action from News 12 reflect broader concerns about media integrity and the potential for political figures to retaliate against unfavorable coverage. As the situation develops, it raises questions about the impact of such disputes on public trust in media and the accountability of public officials.

The ongoing tension between News 12 and Network 13 also underscores the competitive nature of Israeli media, where accusations of defamation can have significant repercussions for journalistic reputations. The outcome of this dispute may set a precedent for how similar cases are handled in the future.

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