Israel Denies Visa to German Journalist Over Apartheid Coverage

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report · Oct 12, 2026 · 3m

Israeli authorities have denied a work visa to German journalist Serena Bilanceri, citing her articles accusing Israel of 'apartheid' and calls for sanctions. The Ministry of Diaspora Affairs stated 'anti-Israel actors' are unwelcome. In domestic politics, Opposition leader Yair Lapid firmly ruled out sitting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, warning of future security failures. Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana appealed to President Isaac Herzog for a pardon for Netanyahu, referencing judicial proceedings. Meanwhile, Gaza Envelope communities presented demands for post-war security and…