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Israeli decision to ban Al Jazeera sends ‘wrong signal’: Germany

6 May 2024 12:33 BST

The German foreign office has criticised the Israeli authorities for shutting down Al Jazeera in Israel. In a post on X Germany reminded Israel that “a free and diverse press landscape is the cornerstone of every liberal democracy”.

A free and diverse press landscape is the cornerstone of every liberal democracy. In times of conflict especially, it is of crucial importance to protect the freedom of the press. The decision of the Israeli authorities to shut down #AlJazeera in Israel is the wrong signal.
— GermanForeignOffice (@GermanyDiplo) May 6, 2024