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UN Warns: Israel's New Laws Endanger Palestinian Youth

5/27/2025

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The UN has raised alarm over Israel's new laws that permit life sentences for Palestinian children as young as 12, a stark violation of international standards. These legislative changes threaten the rights and rehabilitation of vulnerable minors, prompting the UN to call for the repeal of these discriminatory measures amid growing concerns for the welfare of Palestinian youth.

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The UN has raised alarm over Israel's new laws that permit life sentences for Palestinian children as young as 12, a stark violation of international standards. These legislative changes threaten the rights and rehabilitation of vulnerable minors, prompting the UN to call for the repeal of these discriminatory measures amid growing concerns for the welfare of Palestinian youth.