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Families Demand Independent Inquiry Amid Knesset Boycott

1/18/2026

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The Israeli government says the High Court of Justice lacks authority to order a state inquiry into the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, citing the Commissions of Inquiry Law.
Opposition leaders announce a boycott of Knesset discussions on a bill proposing a politically appointed committee, labeling it a whitewash.
Bereaved families and civil society groups demand an independent inquiry, criticizing the government's refusal to establish one.

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The Israeli government says the High Court of Justice lacks authority to order a state inquiry into the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, citing the Commissions of Inquiry Law.
Opposition leaders announce a boycott of Knesset discussions on a bill proposing a politically appointed committee, labeling it a whitewash.
Bereaved families and civil society groups demand an independent inquiry, criticizing the government's refusal to establish one.