Parliament approves special court to try Palestinians with death penalty option
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Israel's parliament has passed legislation establishing a special military tribunal to try hundreds of Palestinians accused of participating in the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, according to France 24. The death penalty is among possible sentences under the new court system.
The tribunal represents a significant shift in Israel's legal approach to prosecuting those involved in the attack. The measure comes as the country continues military operations in Gaza.