Israeli Knesset
Coverage of Israeli Knesset in the Nexus archive.
- Israeli Knesset passes bill limiting mosque loudspeakers
The Israeli Knesset passed a preliminary reading of a bill proposed by Otzma Yehudit to limit mosque loudspeakers, requiring permits for public address systems and granting police authority to confiscate equipment in case of violations. The bill carries a fine of up to 50,000 shekels and passed with 50 votes in favor and 36 against, needing three readings to take effect. The article also references Palestinian Muslim worshippers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque Complex in Jerusalem.
- Israeli MPs back special tribunal with death penalty powers for alleged 7 October attackers
The Israeli Knesset has approved a plan to set up a special tribunal with the power to sentence Palestinians to death for their alleged role in the Hamas attack on October 7, 2023. The measure was passed with 93 votes in favor and no opposition. This tribunal will have the authority to hold livestreamed trials in a military court.
- Israeli lawmakers set up tribunal, allow for death penalty for October 2023 attackers
The Israeli Knesset passed a measure to set up a tribunal and allow for the death penalty for October 2023 attackers with a vote of 93-0. This move reflects widespread support for punishing those responsible for the deadliest attack in Israel's history. The attack occurred in October 2023.
- Israeli lawmakers set up tribunal, allow for death penalty for October 2023 attackers
The Israeli Knesset has passed a measure to set up a tribunal and allow for the death penalty for those responsible for the October 2023 attacks, which were the deadliest in Israel's history. The measure passed with widespread support, 93-0 in the 120-seat parliament. This move aims to punish those found responsible for the attacks.