Knesset Approves Death Penalty for Palestinians Convicted of Lethal Attacks on Israeli Citizens

The Israeli Knesset has approved a law establishing the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks against Israeli citizens.The legislation mandates death by hanging for individuals found guilty of homicide with the intent to end the existence of Israel.Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir supported the measure, which passed with a 62-48 vote.
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