Israel Expands Death Penalty for Terrorism
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Israels Knesset approves a controversial law expanding the death penalty for terrorism convictions in military courts, marking a significant shift in Israeli policy. The law, pushed by far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, sets death as the default sentence for terrorism-related offenses, with limited appeals and no pardons. Critics argue that the law discriminates against Palestinians, as Israelis face civil courts with more protections. The law has been condemned by UN experts and Amnesty International, who claim it violates human rights and humanitarian law. A separate bill is also in the works, setting up special tribunals for October seventh attackers with relaxed evidence rules and a simple majority vote for death sentences.
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