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Violence Erupts at Rafah Crossing Amid Knesset's New Anti-Terror Bill

1/14/2026

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IDF Engages Gazans

On January 13, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces reported six armed Gazans at the Rafah Crossing exchanged fire, killing two and violating the ceasefire.
Avigdor Liberman, leader of Yisrael Beytenu, condemned violent protests by ultra-Orthodox groups against IDF soldiers and urged those responsible be treated as terrorists.
The Knesset approved a bill regulating prosecution of terrorists from the October 7 massacre, barring release through negotiations and mandating public hearings.

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Knesset Advances Tribunal

On January 13, 2026, the Knesset advanced a bill to create a special tribunal for terrorists linked to the October 7 invasion.
The legislation passed its first reading unanimously and authorizes genocide charges and the death penalty.
The tribunal will be led by a retired district court judge and handle complex cases related to the invasion.
Public hearings will be broadcast online, with bipartisan support from coalition and opposition members.

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IDF Engages Gazans

On January 13, 2026, the Israel Defense Forces reported six armed Gazans at the Rafah Crossing exchanged fire, killing two and violating the ceasefire.
Avigdor Liberman, leader of Yisrael Beytenu, condemned violent protests by ultra-Orthodox groups against IDF soldiers and urged those responsible be treated as terrorists.
The Knesset approved a bill regulating prosecution of terrorists from the October 7 massacre, barring release through negotiations and mandating public hearings.

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