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Despite PM's Objections, Knesset Committee Discusses Death Penalty Law For Terrorists
- On Sunday, the committee responsible for national security in the Knesset advanced legislation permitting the death penalty for terrorists, moving forward despite objections and calls to postpone the discussion.
- The bill originated with Otzma Yehudit, led by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, and was prompted by recent terror attacks and the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza.
- The session involved heated discussions, with security officials, Justice Ministry, and Shin Bet representatives participating, while opponents argued the timing endangers hostages.
- The bill passed first reading by a 4-1 vote, with MK Tzvika Fogel stating, "We cannot continue with the current conception," while Ben-Gvir rejected calls to postpone the debate.
- The advancement suggests a firm legislative push to deter terrorism, though critics denounce it as politically motivated and potentially harmful to efforts to secure hostage releases.
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Coalition advances terrorist death penalty bill despite legal counsel saying vote unlawful
The National Security Committee voted four to one to move the bill to be voted on at the Knesset, ignoring professional opinions saying advancing such a bill could harm the hostages. The committee's legal advisor called the vote invalid because key conditions were not met
·Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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