Shlomo Karhi


Israel-Gaza War, al-Jazeera
Tel Aviv District Court confirms extension of al-Jazeera ban

The Deputy President of the Tel Aviv District Court confirmed the government decision based on what he called "raw documents" showing some al-Jazeera journalists effectively serving as collaborators with Hamas.

Avi Woolf | 13.06.24

Al-Jazeera, Supreme Court

Communications Minister Karhi extends al-Jazeera ban for 45 days, as Supreme Court mulls law's legality

According to Karhi, this extension was approved unanimously by the government on the security agencies' recommendation.

Avi Woolf | 09.06.24

Israel-Gaza War, Al-Jazeera

Communications Minister defends seizure of AP equipment

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi responded sharply to Opposition Leader Yair Lapid's criticism of Israel's seizure of AP equipment on the grounds of violating the al-Jazeera law. Details below.

JFeed Staff | 21.05.24

Israel-Gaza War, Starlink, Elon Musk

Israel arrives at agreement to allow Starlink in Israel and in Gaza Strip

Based on understandings with Israel's Communications Ministry, Starlink will be allowed to operate in a UAE hospital unit in Rafah.

Avi Woolf | 14.02.24

The Malfunction Of The Emergency Centers

Ministry of Communications: This is the Reason for the Malfunction in the Emergency Centers

The Ministry of Communications published the first findings from the investigation of the unusual malfunction, that caused the disconnection of the emergency centers throughout the country. It appears that it was an electrical fault, and it was also clarified that there are no findings of a cyber attack.

Uriel Be'eri, JFeed Staff | 28.11.23

Israel-Gaza War, Elon Musk, Starlink

Communications Minister: Musk Agrees Starlink Controlled by Israel for Gaza Strip

Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi announced on X/Twitter that Elon Musk had agreed Starlink's communications with the Gaza Strip would be controlled by his ministry.

Avi Woolf | 26.11.23

Israel-Gaza War, Haaretz

Communications Minister Makes Radical Proposal Against Haaretz Newspaper for "Subversion Against the State"

The proposal involves ending all state funding of official notices and publicly funded subscriptions to the newspaper, in all government and public institutions.

Simcha Raz, JFeed Staff | 23.11.23

Cellular Reception in Judea and Samaria

For the First Time: a Cellular Company that does not Provide Reception in Judea and Samaria will be Fined

Following several security incidents that took place on Judea and Samaria roads and those attacked found themselves without reception and the ability to call for help - fines will be imposed on cellular companies that do not provide reception on Judea and Samaria roads.

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| Chani Edri, JFeed Staff | 21.11.23

Israel At War

The cabinet approved the closure of the inciting TV channel

The Political-Security Cabinet approves the proposal of the Minister of Communications to issue instructions for actions against the "Al Mayadeen" media network: "dangerous propaganda broadcasts"

Guy Ezra, JFeed Staff | 13.11.23

The Al Jazeera Channel in Israel

Minister Karhi: We are Determined to Close the Al Jazeera Channel in Israel

During a discussion held in the Knesset, an urgent proposal was presented to shut down the broadcasts of the channel in Israel. The Minister of Communication responded that legal work is currently being carried out on this matter, and it is awaiting the decision of the Minister of Defense. Once his approval is granted, the request will be brought to the Cabinet for confirmation.

JFeed | 01.11.23

"We are not Naive"

Elon Musk Responds to Karhi: "We are not Naive"

After Israel's Minister of Communications, Shlomo Karhi, threatened to sever ties with the internet service provider "Starlink" following the decision to open the service in Gaza, Elon Musk responded and clarified that "we will take measures to ensure it serves only humanitarian purposes."

Uriel Be'eri, JFeed Staff | 29.10.23

A Torah Scroll in Saudi Arabia

Moving: Karhi read from a Torah scroll at a fair in Saudi Arabia

During Minister Karhi's visit to Saudi Arabia, he visited a book fair in the kingdom, where he read from a Torah scroll. He performed the Torah reading for the holiday of Sukkot, during which the Torah scroll was open

JFeed | 04.10.23

Prayers: The Delegation in Saudi Arabia

In prayer and with a lulav: Minister Karhi and the delegation in Saudi Arabia

The Israeli delegation led by Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi prayed while holding the Four Species in an improvised synagogue at the hotel: We had the opportunity to pray with windows open towards Jerusalem

Bentzi Rubin, JFeed Staff | 03.10.23

An Israeli Delegation Arrived in Saudi Arabia

For the first time: An official Israeli delegation has arrived in Saudi Arabia

Minister of Communications Shlomo Karhi landed in Riyadh to lead the first Israeli delegation to visit the country. The delegation will participate in the International UPU Congress, where meetings will be held with representatives and ministers from around the world

Bentzi Rubin, JFeed Staff | 03.10.23

The Incapacity Law

"Unwilling to Accept": Ministers Opposed to the Debate in the High Court on the incapacity law

The ministers referred to the hearing that will be held tomorrow at the High Court and will deal with the incapacity law, Silman: "Judges will sit and decide whether to throw 2.5 million votes in the trash", Minister Karai: "We are not ready to accept this."

Bentzi Rubin, JFeed Staff | 27.09.23

Supreme Court Freezing The Dismissal

The Supreme Court froze Karhi and Amsalem's decision

The Supreme Court issued an interim order freezing the dismissal of the chairman of the post office, after Ministers Karhi and Amsalem announced the termination of the chairman's position on the grounds that he is not performing his duties properly, Another hearing will be held in the coming months

JFeed | 10.09.23

Restaurants Open on Tish'a B'av

Karhi against Haim Cohen: "an aftertaste of destruction"

Minister Shlomo Karhi comes out against Chef Haim Cohen following the announcement that his restaurants will be open on the evening of Tisha B'av, even though this is prohibited according to the regulations and may lead to a fine

JFeed | 26.07.23