Israeli government passes law to execute Palestinians for ‘terrorism’ | MEE Live

Celebration in the Knesset, as The Death Penalty for Terrorists law was passed by 62 votes to 47. The death penalty is already legal in Israel, but only two executions have occurred since 1948, including of Adolf Eichmann, one of the primary Nazi architects of the Holocaust. This law strips back long-standing judicial safeguards that heavily restricted use of the death penalty. It removes the need for a unanimous decision by a panel of judges, requiring a simple majority instead; it allows more junior level judges to impose death sentences; and it allows them to do so even if the prosecution didn’t request it. If you were watching closely you’ll have noticed a pin on Ben Gvir’s collar– and on the collars of many lawmakers in that room. A pin of a noose is being worn as a symbol of pride. Those who wear it argue the law will deter violence and protect Jewish life. So what does this new law mean for Palestinians– and what does it say about Israel? We are joined by Israeli journalist Gideon Levy, Palestinian politician Mustafa Barghouti and B'Tselem activist Shai Parnes. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction 04:30 - Mustafa Barghouti 16:29 - Gideon Levy 25:47 - Shai Parnes Support stories that matter. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR0fZh5SBxxMNYdg0VzRFkg/join Catch previous episodes of MEE LIVE, our biweekly news programme exploring the stories shaping our world through breaking coverage, expert analysis, and hard-hitting interviews. Originally airing Tuesdays & Thursdays at 12pm ET | 5pm BST Got a story tip or question? Reach us at [email protected] Subscribe to our channel: http://ow.ly/AVlW30n1OWH Subscribe to MEE Telegram channel to stay up to date: https://t.me/MiddleEastEye_TG Middle East Eye Website: https://middleeasteye.net Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@middleeasteye Follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/MiddleEastEye Like us on Facebook: https://facebook.com/MiddleEastEye Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MiddleEastEye