Israel has imposed a 90-day ban on the websites and YouTube channels of Al Jazeera and Al Mayadeen, intensifying its clampdown on foreign media. The government approved orders blocking access to these platforms, citing national security concerns and building on previous restrictions. Recent legislative changes have granted the communications minister broader powers to act against broadcasters deemed a threat, even without a declared emergency. This latest action is expected to heighten international scrutiny over press freedom in Israel, as rights groups warn of increasing pressure on journalists covering the conflict in Gaza.
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