Libel

Parshat Tazria: The supernatural affliction

Are speakers of lashon ha’ra not found amongst the nations? Why then don’t we find that they are afflicted by tzaraat?

Federal judge rules in favor of writer who sued Trump

Judge rules that even more comments made by Trump against E. Jean Carroll were libelous, paving the way for second trial.

After libel claim:

JPost retracts article claiming MK supports 'Jewish terrorist'

In September, the paper published an Op-ed titled: 'Simcha Rothman's support of Jewish terrorist crosses dangerous line.'

Assassination Plot Accusation:

Ex-party activist to sue Liberman for libel

Former Yisrael Beytenu party activist who accused Liberman of trying to hire him to assassinate police officer set to sue Liberman for libel

Religious Zionism MK threatens Jerusalem Post with libel suit

Post published article accusing MK Rothman of "supporting a Jewish terrorist."

'The View' labels conservative students as 'Neo-Nazis'

Turning Point USA founder says he is entertaining the possibility of suing the network for libel.

SNL libel gone wrong? 2/3 of Israeli Arabs already vaccinated

Saturday Night Live host Michael Che claims only Jewish Israelis have been vaccinated - but where's his evidence?

'Disgusting, baseless' libels: 'Jews spreading virus'

Mainstream media networks blaming Israel for spreading virus, withholding treatment from PA Arabs while vaccinating own citizens.

PA accuses Israel of medical neglect of prisoners

A libel dating back years which the PA resurrects periodically.

Israel Hayom donates NIS 50,000 to charities chosen by Gantz

A settlement was reached in libel suit brought against Israel Hayom by Blue and White chairman Benny Gantz.

Yair Netanyahu wins libel suit against left-wing activist

Aybee Binyamin was ordered to pay compensation of NIS 20,000 plus NIS 7,500 in legal fees.

MK Miri Regev's million shekel libel suit rejected by court

Sports and Culture Minister Miri Regev is ordered to pay the defendants' legal fees of NIS 25,000.

Gantz demands 500,000 shekels from accuser

Blue and White leader Benny Gantz sues woman who accused him of sexual misconduct, saying her story was coordinated with opposing parties.

Arab MK sues TV host over 'terrorist' comments

Meretz MK Issawi Frej sues TV host Eyal Berkowitz for calling Arab MKs 'terrorists', 'haters of Israel'.

Kish: Hearing on libelous complaints to go forward

MK Yoav Kish announces expanding committee powers to discuss phenomenon of false complaints.

Knesset Legal Advisor forbids hearing on false complaints

In highly unusual move, Legal Advisor forbids committee to discuss libels against men.

WHO condemnation of Israel based on blatant PA lies

Investigation reveals singling out of Israel as only 'human rights violator' was based on PA report full of spurious claims, faked photos.

Livni accused of libeling three judges

As Justice Minister, she helped spread a false claim that the male judges had humiliated a rape victim.

Volunteer cop gets award after 'journalist's' insult

A volunteer police officer who didn't appreciate being called out for his alleged unfairness in the local media is to get NIS 25,000.

Lies and Libel: PA Blames 'Jewish Terrorist' for 1969 Arson

Arson attack on the Al-Aqsa Mosque by Christian Australian man suddenly the 'work of the occupation' in latest libel.

Arabs Name 'Jewish Arsonist' - but He's in Jail

Arabs claim they found the arsonist from Duma - except he has been in jail since last December; family plans to sue over dangerous framing.

MKs Warned: Better Watch Your Mouths

The Knesset Ethics Committee on Monday issued a warning to MKs: Watch your mouths, lest you be punished for 'mean talk'

PA Libel: Israel Poisons Palestinian Prisoners

As part of its continuous incitement against Israel, PA media claims Israel conducts medical experiments on Palestinian prisoners.

Bennett to Journalists: Stop the Lies, Or I Sue

Economics Minister Naftali Bennett has been portrayed in the media in numerous ways – mostly negative – and he has had enough of it.

'Shape-Shifting' Jews Blamed for Paris Attacks

Paris attacks designed to make Muslims 'look bad,' some Parisian Muslims state to international media.

Nationalist Attorney Sues TV Station For 'Price Tag' Libel

Itamar Ben-Gvir demands 100,000 shekel compensation after being libeled on TV show as 'guiding youth to price tag crime.'

Far-Left Rabbis For Human Rights 'Fabricated Attack'

Rabbis for Human Rights caught lying about olive tree branches cut down in Samaria Arab village by Esh Kodesh residents.

Law Against Soldier Libel Would Prevent "Jenin, Jenin" Syndrome

The Ministerial Law Committee approved a law that would allow filing complaints against those who disseminated lies about IDF soldiers

Israel Planning to Build Holy Temple, Claims PA Official

"The construction of the false Temple on the Temple Mount is closer than ever before," claims an official with the Al-Aqsa Mosque.

PA Libel: Israel Using Chemicals to Erode Al-Aqsa

A news story on PA TV accused Israel of using chemicals to erode the foundations of Al-Aqsa Mosque in order to cause it to collapse.

Video: National Victory, Blow to Palestinian Propaganda

Prime Minister: The al-Dura case is a victory for justice and truth - Israel's victory over Arab propaganda's long tale of lies.

Bill Passes First Reading to Drastically Raise Libel Penalty

A new bill to drastically raise the penalty for written slander -- libel -- has passed its first reading in a Knesset committee.

Bill: Groups will Be Able to Sue for Libel

A law proposed by MK Yaakov Katz would make it possible for groups, not just individuals, to sue for libel.

Eli Security Extinguishes Arab Arson Libel

Jewish security officers from Eli saved an Arab olive grove that Arabs, left-wing activists set ablaze in an attempt to libel local Jews.

AFP Carries 'Jewish Arson' Libel Again

Arab libel regarding supposed Jewish attacks on their trees spread worldwide by French agency.

IDF Video: Don't Worry, We're Safeguarding Arab Olive Harvest

IDF soldiers sent to guard Arab farmers. Jews: We're the ones who need protection.

Arabs, Trying to Banish Jews, Falsely Accuse Them

Arab residents of Jerusalem neighborhood falsely accuse Jewish men of beating Arab women; Jews say libel is an attempt to force them to leave.

New British Libel: Jerusalem Traffic Light Bias against Arabs

The widely-respected British Economist has come up with a new anti-Israel libel: Jerusalem traffic lights are timed to discriminate against Arabs.

Arutz 7 Wins $33,000 Libel Suit against Border Police

A court has awarded Arutz 7 $33,000 for libel and financial injury caused by Border Police for breaking a journalist’s camera and spreading lies.

Police Can’t Back Up 2008 'Peace House' Libel against Jews

2008: Police charged Jews with acid attack durng Peace House expulsion. 2009: No evidence and no charges filed. Another libel?

'Organs Libel' Journalist in Israel for Dimona Gathering

Swedish 'Organs Libel' journalist Bostrom is greeted with jeers; Dimona Conference loses funding for allowing him to speak.

New Arab Incitement: Israelis Train Snakes to Attack

Among the latest anti-Israel libels from the PA is a new accusation – Israelis wield attack snakes to harm innocent Arabs.

Government to Fight Libel in Foreign Media

Government Press Office head Danny Seaman warns that Israel will no longer put up with unprofessional reporting that slanders the state.