An execution bill is being pushed through the Knesset. International indifference paved its way for it.
A bill legalising the execution of Palestinians is being pushed through the Knesset. International indifference paved the way for it.
Palestinian writer.
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The Israeli Knesset is pushing through a bill that, if passed, would allow the occupation authorities to legally execute Palestinians. This development has attracted hardly any international attention, but for Palestinians, it is yet another looming horror.
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