Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Israel Parliament Approves Death Penalty Bill For Palestinians Convicted Of Deadly Attacks


(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

Israel's parliament approved a bill on Monday that would allow the execution of Palestinians convicted on terror charges for deadly attacks, a move sharply criticised as discriminatory by European nations and rights groups.

Sixty-two lawmakers, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, voted in favour and 48 against the bill, championed by far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

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There was one abstention, and the rest of the lawmakers were not present.

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