Key insights
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Barkat’s claim argues press freedom has limits in defamation disputes: Barkat’s office said freedom of expression and freedom of the press do not include defaming without basis and said the dispute will be decided in court.
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The lawsuit centers on three disputed allegations: Barkat’s attorneys said the broadcast relied on claims about Barkat’s involvement with BRM, an alleged investment in a news site for influence and financial benefit, and alleged conflicts of interest from local business ties.
Takeaways
Nir Barkat is seeking NIS 12 million from Channel 12 journalist Omri Maniv in a libel case that Barkat’s office says is the largest of its kind in Israel and that disputes key claims made in a televised investigation.
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