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Netanyahu Backs Controversial Death Penalty Law for Terrorists

4/6/2026

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Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, supported a death penalty law for terrorists.
Critics argue the law disproportionately targets Palestinians and excludes Jewish extremists.
Itamar Ben-Gvir, National Security Minister, said the law promotes justice and deterrence.
The Association of Civil Rights in Israel filed a petition challenging the law, labeling it discriminatory.
Rabbi Jill Jacobs called legislation a dangerous shift toward populism and urged Jewish organizations to oppose it.

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Benjamin Netanyahu, the prime minister of Israel, supported a death penalty law for terrorists.
Critics argue the law disproportionately targets Palestinians and excludes Jewish extremists.
Itamar Ben-Gvir, National Security Minister, said the law promotes justice and deterrence.
The Association of Civil Rights in Israel filed a petition challenging the law, labeling it discriminatory.
Rabbi Jill Jacobs called legislation a dangerous shift toward populism and urged Jewish organizations to oppose it.