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Israel Enforces Law Revoking Citizenship of Convicted Terrorists

2/11/2026

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Israel has begun implementing a February 2023 law revoking citizenship from convicted terrorists and deporting them.
Defense Minister Israel Katz and Coalition Whip Ofir Katz announced proceedings against hundreds linked to the Palestinian Authority.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said terrorists Ahmad and al-Hals will be deported, with Ahmad facing immediate deportation.
The law targets payments from the Palestinian Authority and allows revocation without a second citizenship, drawing criticism of discrimination.

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Israel has begun implementing a February 2023 law revoking citizenship from convicted terrorists and deporting them.
Defense Minister Israel Katz and Coalition Whip Ofir Katz announced proceedings against hundreds linked to the Palestinian Authority.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said terrorists Ahmad and al-Hals will be deported, with Ahmad facing immediate deportation.
The law targets payments from the Palestinian Authority and allows revocation without a second citizenship, drawing criticism of discrimination.