Ben-Gvir Publishes Video of 'Gallows Site for Hanging Palestinians'

Far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has published a video showcasing the construction of a new execution site for Palestinians convicted of "terror" offenses. The minister boasted about the facility, which he stated would be equipped with viewing booths for victims' families to witness hangings. Ben Gvir's video, posted on social media, shows him pointing to foundation work near a prison, declaring, "This is where terrorists will be executed." He linked the project to his promises to worsen conditions for terrorists and pass a death penalty law, which was enacted earlier this year. The law mandates the death penalty for terror offenses unless a court finds special circumstances for a life sentence. However, the legislation includes a clause that effectively protects Jewish Israelis from the death penalty, limiting its application to murders committed with the intent to deny Israel's existence. This discriminatory application has drawn widespread international condemnation, with Amnesty International criticizing the law for dismantling safeguards and empowering Israel's system of apartheid. Ben Gvir, who has a history of extremist statements and convictions for incitement to racism, has been a key proponent of the death penalty law. The construction of gallows, exclusively for Palestinians convicted in military courts, comes after the law's approval by the Knesset, despite significant opposition and criticism.

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I promised to worsen the conditions of terrorists in prisons – we kept it. I promised to pass the Death Penalty for Terrorists law – we did. And now the death row and hanging facility are also starting to take shape.