Palestine

“I intend to act immediately in accordance with the new law to stop the channel’s activity,” he said.

The Qatar-based network rejected what it described as “slanderous accusations” and accused Netanyahu of “incitement”.

“Al Jazeera holds the […] Prime Minister responsible for the safety of its staff and Network premises around the world, following his incitement and this false accusation in a disgraceful manner,” it said in a statement.

“Al Jazeera reiterates that such slanderous accusations will not deter us from continuing our bold and professional coverage, and reserves the right to pursue every legal step.”

Netanyahu has long sought to shutter broadcasts from the Qatar-based media outlet, alleging anti[colonial] bias.

The law, which passed in a 71-10 vote in the Knesset, gives the prime minister and communications minister the authority to order the closure of foreign networks operating [under Zionism] and confiscate their equipment if it is believed they pose “harm to the state’s security”.