On Monday, the Special Committee on the Communications Bill in Israel, chaired by Galit Distel-Atbaryan, voted to split the legislation into two separate bills despite opposition from legal advisers. The first part will focus on restructuring the broadcasting oversight system, including the establishment of a new media regulator and setting requirements for content providers. This includes regulations on the distribution of content from the Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (KAN) and the Knesset Channel. The second part will address regulations for news providers, including oversight, enforcement, and investment obligations for international providers. Communications Minister Shlomo Karhi argued that splitting the bill is necessary due to disagreements on news regulation, emphasizing the importance of reaching broad agreement. Critics, however, express concerns that these reforms could lead to government intervention in the media landscape, particularly during an election year, potentially undermining press freedom. Karhi, in response, insists that the reforms will ultimately enhance media diversity.