Israel’s telecom regulator extended a ban on Al Jazeera’s operations for another 45 days, citing security threats. This follows a Tel Aviv court’s decision to uphold an initial 35-day ban imposed on national security grounds. Israel’s Supreme Court called the ban “precedent-setting” and has demanded the government justify the legality of the “Law Preventing a Foreign Broadcaster from Harming National Security” by August 8. Al Jazeera, accused of ties to Hamas and incitement, denies these allegations and plans to appeal. The ban affects the network’s cable and satellite broadcasts and website access in Israel.