Israeli minister endorses death penalty for Palestinian hostages
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has reignited outrage after calling for the death penalty against Palestinian hostages while standing before shackled detainees, Middle East Eye via agencies reported on October 23rd.
His latest remarks follow reports of widespread abuse in prisons under his watch and growing international sanctions. As tensions surge, critics warn that Ben-Gvir’s rhetoric may be pushing Israel into its most volatile chapter yet.
The national security minister has long held this stance, having previously called on the Knesset to pass a bill allowing prisoners to be “shot to the head.” More
Middle East Eye via agencies, Maghrebi.org
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