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High Court issues order nisi against Minister Karhi's regional radio reform
The judges temporarily halted the move to expand the broadcast area of several regional radio stations. The parties, including Minister Karhi, must submit their responses to the High Court by October 4.

The deal is complete: Final approval received for the sale of Hot Mobile
The Ministry of Communications has given the green light for the sale of the mobile operator Hot Mobile to Delek Israel, Keystone, and Leumi Partners, after the Competition Authority approved the deal earlier this month. The deal values Hot Mobile at approximately 1.2 billion shekels.

The end of reception problems? The dramatic step by the Ministry of Communications
A new and tough formula will allow for the imposition of heavy financial sanctions on cellular companies that fail reception tests on roads, with a violating company receiving only four months to rectify the situation.

Head-to-head battle between senior Likud members: "After false briefings - now it's in your name"
Tensions in the ruling party: immediately after the Supreme Court disqualified the closure of Galei Tzahal, Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi attacked Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. Ohana responded by urging against wasting energy on internal quarrels for likes.

Minister of Communications to the government: Do not surrender to the Supreme Court, close Galatz
Minister of Communications Dr. Shlomo Karhi attacked the Supreme Court, claiming it is exceeding the powers of the government and the Knesset. "The Supreme Court is encroaching on the boundaries of the government and the Knesset. The answer must be sharp and clear: No!", he wrote.

The battle for Kan 11: The dramatic move that reached the Supreme Court
Due to grave concerns over a management vacuum and harm to thousands of employees and creators, members of the broadcasting corporation's board have turned to the court with an urgent demand to prevent the organization's paralysis as early as this coming November.

"If the government were sane, we would live here": The minister's remarks against Israelis voting from abroad spark outrage
Minister Shlomo Karhi called on citizens living abroad to refrain from coming to Israel to vote in the elections, claiming the left is "trying to bring in masses." Israelis living abroad responded with sharp criticism, emphasizing their deep connection to the country and their sense of responsibility for its future.

Likud Minister: "Those who do not live here should not come to change the government because of 'anyone but Bibi'"
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi was asked why Israel does not allow voting from abroad. He replied: "Whoever lives in the country should influence its future, and whoever does not is invited to make Aliyah." He claimed the Left is attempting to bring masses from abroad.
Karhi goes on the offensive: "Eisenkot was a bad Chief of Staff"
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi was interviewed on 103fm radio and argued that Benjamin Netanyahu had to remain as Prime Minister after October 7th because leaving would have been interpreted as abandonment. He claimed that Gadi Eisenkot was a bad Chief of Staff and that if he had been offered a reserved spot in the Likud, he would have been insulted.
Likud estimates Netanyahu is on the way to a surprising reservation: "Protect the right-wing bloc"
Communications Minister Karhi clarified that he opposes reservations for himself in the Likud primaries, calling the requests of senior officials "ridiculous." In an interview, he attacked Bennett, Eisenkot, and Edelstein, and accused the legal counsel of sabotaging the draft law.

Channel 14 celebrates victory: Second Authority delays law enforcement
The channel received another extension to move its news studios to Jerusalem, citing costs and complexity. When will the current exemption expire and which other channel might benefit from the move?

Channel 14 owner faces scrutiny: potential loss of media control
Media market drama: The "Hatzlacha" association and "Lobby 99" have petitioned the Second Authority for Television and Radio to end businessman Yitzhak Mirilashvili's joint ownership of Channel 14 and an ultra-Orthodox radio station, citing the expiration of legal exemptions.

Karhi: "Did you see a video of Yair Golan firing a single bullet on October 7? I don't think he saved anyone"
Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi questioned Yair Golan's heroic actions on October 7, labeling him and his party members as "terrorist lovers." This statement marks another instance of conspiracy theories being spread against the leader of The Democrats party.

Shlomo Karhi launches reporting platform for civil servants "against the deep state"
In the midst of the Likud primary period, Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi has created a "Governance Center" for public sector employees. According to the minister, it is intended to allow them to report on what he defines as failures in the public system, ensuring that the government's policy is implemented in practice.

Keshet 12 Files Petition Against Communications Law: 'Legislation to Weaken Criticism of Government'
Against the backdrop of the vandalism at the News 12 studios, Keshet 12 has petitioned the Supreme Court against Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi's broadcasting law. The petition alleges that the legislation is discriminatory and designed to weaken government-critical media while favoring loyal outlets.

Keshet 12 petitions the Supreme Court: "Its goal is to dismantle the channel"
Drama in the media market: Keshet 12 filed a petition today to the Supreme Court against the broadcasting law promoted by Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi. The petitioner claims the law is discriminatory and intended to weaken critical media outlets.

Kan Corporation Petitions Supreme Court to Cancel Budget Cuts
The Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan) has joined the petition against the Broadcasting Law, requesting the Supreme Court to cancel a 25 million shekel budget cut, citing political interference.

Kan Corporation files petition with Supreme Court against media law amendment
The Israel Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan) has petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a law cutting its budget by 25 million shekels. The corporation argues the move is a tool for political pressure.