The entrance to the headquarters of the Hebrew Channel 12 in Tel Aviv was subjected to an act of vandalism today, Sunday, resulting in the smashing of the building's glass door. This marks the third incident targeting the Israeli institution in recent months, amid a rising sentiment of hatred and criticism directed at it over its coverage of several controversial issues.
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A New Incident
The Hebrew channel reported that an unknown individual shattered the glass door at the entrance of its studios in Tel Aviv. Meanwhile, the Israeli police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of the incident to determine the perpetrator's identity and motives, according to The Jerusalem Post.
This assault follows two previous incidents that involved graffiti and drawings being spray-painted on the building's walls, as part of a series of actions targeting the Hebrew media institution in the recent period.
Officials and sources within the channel described the incident as "crossing the line," considering that the escalating atmosphere of incitement against the media institution has contributed to creating a hostile environment for its employees.
Campaigns of Criticism
For months, the channel has faced a campaign of criticism from right-wing circles and figures within the government coalition due to its coverage of the "Sde Teiman" case. This case has sparked widespread controversy within Israel regarding occupation soldiers' abuses against Palestinian detainees at the military detention center.
Furthermore, billboards criticizing the channel and accusing it of bias in its coverage have been displayed in several Israeli cities. Meanwhile, media outlets and figures aligned with the right, including Channel 14, have consistently leveled sharp and frequent criticism at the media organization.
Sources at the channel believe these campaigns have fueled hate speech against it and fostered a hostile climate toward its journalists and workers.
Demands for an Investigation
One of the channel's photographers documented the damage to the building's entrance and posted a photo of the shattered door on social media platforms, calling on authorities to take the repeated attacks on media institutions seriously.
The Israeli police have not yet announced the arrest of any suspects, and investigations remain ongoing to uncover the circumstances of the incident, amid calls to provide protection for media organizations and ensure journalists are not subjected to violence or intimidation due to the nature of their news coverage.
