

The Global Jigsaw: Netanyahu’s media squeeze
10 snips Jun 5, 2025
Shaina Oppenheimer, who monitors Israeli and Palestinian news from the Jerusalem bureau, dives into the Israeli government's controversial control over the media landscape. She discusses the implications of Netanyahu's strategies on press freedom, particularly during the Gaza conflict. The conversation reveals how the government's media manipulation shapes public perception and threatens independent journalism. Oppenheimer also highlights growing societal divisions in Israel, raising alarm over proposed reforms that could further compromise media independence.
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Selective Israel Media Coverage
- Israeli media coverage of the Gaza war is heavily selective and sanitized.
- Palestinian civilian casualties and humanitarian crisis are largely underreported or questioned.
Focus on Hostage Crisis
- Israeli media extensively focus on the October 7 Hamas attack and hostages issue.
- Little attention is given to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza by mainstream outlets.
Press Freedom Limitations in Israel
- Israel ranks 112th on the World Press Freedom Index and lacks constitutional protections for free expression.
- Media operate with significant military censorship and face concentration of ownership.