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Israel's Ben-Gvir details plans for Palestinian 'death row'
Israel’s Ben-Gvir details plans for Palestinian ‘death row’NewsFeedIsraeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir excitedly outlined plans to establish a “death row” for Palestinian prisoners following the government’s approval of the death penalty as punishment for certain offences.Published On 5 Apr 2026
Israel's Ben Gvir celebrates death penalty law by drinking wine in ...
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir was pictured rejoicing in the passing of a controversial bill that would allow the execution of Palestinian prisoners. The far-right minister, who has largely championed the legislation, was seen celebrating its approval by drinking and serving alcohol to members of the Israeli parliament. The Knesset approved the bill in its last readings on Monday with 62-48 vote in favour, despite international pleas to "abandon" the ruling. "This is a day of justice for the victims and a day of deterrence for our enemies. No more revolving door for terrorists, but a clear decision. Whoever chooses terrorism chooses death," Ben Gvir said, sporting the golden noose-shaped pin symbolising his campaign calling for the execution of Palestinian detainees. Knesset member Limor Son Har-Melech, who spearheaded the law, called the occasion a day where Israel "chose life" and said the decision is an example of "true Jewish morality". New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters The legislation has drawn criticism for violating the right to life and for its potentially discriminatory application, with Palestinians accused of terrorism facing execution while Jewish offenders would at most receive prison sentences for similar crimes. The general framework of the law stipulates that anyone "who intentionally causes the death of another person with the intent to harm an Israeli citizen or resident, with the intent to end the existence of the State of Israel, shall be sentenced to death or life imprisonment". Human rights groups and legal experts have staunchly stood against the bill, noting Israel's widespread arrests of Palestinians on broad "terrorism" charges and a surge in reports of torture and deaths in custody since the war on Gaza began. Israel’s parliament passed a death penalty law on Monday targeting Palestinians, in a move condemned by human rights organisations. The law now makes the death penalty the default sentence for Palestinians for killings that come under “acts of terrorism” pic.twitter.com/p3uEloeo9c — Middle East Eye (@MiddleEastEye) March 31, 2026 Widespread condemnations have followed the ruling, with Palestinian factions, experts, NGOs and international governments slamming the bill as a violation of international law. The very fact that the Knesset is passing legislation pertaining ...
Israeli parliament approves death penalty bill for Palestinian attackers
Israel's parliament has passed a law approving the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of murdering Israelis, a measure critics condemn as ...
Ministers warn Israeli death penalty plan for Palestinians could raise ...
Foreign ministers from eight Arab and Muslim countries warned Thursday that a proposed Israeli law introducing the death penalty for Palestinian detainees ...
