Israel Enacts Al Jazeera Ban Amid Escalating Gaza Conflict

The Israeli government has enforced a sweeping ban on Al Jazeera, citing national security, as tensions with Gaza intensify.

Israel's cabinet approved a 45-day ban on Al Jazeera, which could be extended, following a law passed on April 1 allowing the shutdown of foreign media deemed a security threat.
Al Jazeera's offices in Jerusalem were raided, and broadcasting equipment was seized as part of the enforcement.
The ban restricts Al Jazeera's ability to report from Israel and raises concerns about press freedom during the ongoing conflict with Gaza.
International reactions include condemnation from the UN and criticism from global journalists, highlighting the move as a threat to democratic values.
The closure coincides with strategic military movements by Israel in Gaza, suggesting a motive to control media narrative amid international scrutiny.