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Al Jazeera's response to the shutdown in Israel by end of 2024
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Resolution / Starting Odds
Launch an online-only service in Hebrew • 25%
Partner with another local media in Israel • 25%
Cease all operations in Israel • 25%
Shift focus to other Middle Eastern countries • 25%
Official announcements from Al Jazeera and media industry reports.
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Israel Unanimously Votes to Immediately Shut Down Al Jazeera
May 5, 2024, 10:31 AM
The Israeli government has officially decided to shut down the operations of the Qatari-based news network Al Jazeera within its borders, effective immediately. This decision, which includes the cessation of both Arabic and English broadcasts, was unanimously approved by the cabinet following a proposal by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi. The closure encompasses Al Jazeera's broadcasting equipment, offices, and associated websites in Israel. The move follows accusations against Al Jazeera of spreading misinformation and supporting extremist views. The decision requires recertification every 45 days.
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Launch legal challenge • 33%
Seek international mediation • 33%
Cease operations in Israel • 33%
Formal condemnation • 25%
Economic sanctions • 25%
No significant action • 25%
Support for Israel's decision • 25%
Significant deterioration • 25%
Mild impact • 25%
No impact • 25%
Improvement in relations • 25%
Condemnation • 33%
Support • 33%
No significant response • 34%
More shutdowns • 33%
No further actions • 33%
Reversal of previous media bans • 33%
Strong condemnation • 33%
Mild criticism • 33%
No comment • 33%