Israeli media reported that a controversial Knesset bill introduced by far-right lawmaker Limor Son Har-Melech allows for the execution of Palestinian prisoners by hanging, contrary to previous claims of lethal injection. The legislation, which has sparked intense debate, grants the Israel Prison Service commissioner authority over executions and prohibits appeals once a death sentence is issued. It mandates that trials be conducted by military judges and allows executions to occur within 90 days of a final ruling. The bill has passed its first reading, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir advocating for stricter measures against Palestinian detainees amid rising violence and human rights concerns.
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