Supreme Court Delays Ruling on IDF Radio Station Closure Amidst Legal Controversy
Overview of the Case
On December 23, 2025, Supreme Court President Isaac Amit announced that multiple petitions opposing the shutdown of Army Radio (Galatz) will be heard collectively. The court is scheduled to discuss the cases before a panel by the end of January 2026, coinciding with the government’s decision to implement the closure.
Request for Interim Order Denied
Amit rejected requests for interim measures that would prevent the station’s closure, emphasizing that the government and the Minister of Defense must respond to the petitions and motions for injunctions two weeks prior to the designated hearing.
Disclosure of Personal Connection
In a noteworthy development, Amit disclosed that his daughter and start of his legal assistants previously served in the Israeli military’s radio station over a decade ago, raising questions about potential biases in the proceedings.
Conclusion
As discussions loom in January, stakeholders and the public remain attentive to the evolving situation surrounding the military radio station, reflecting broader issues related to military and media relations in Israel.
Meta Description: The Israeli Supreme Court president, Isaac Amit, has scheduled a hearing for petitions against the closure of Army Radio (Galatz) for January 2026 while rejecting requests for interim measures.
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