By Breaking Editor 
In a move only preceded by Nazi Germany, Israel’s Knesset has passed legislation reinstating the death penalty, a measure that applies solely to Palestinians convicted of acts deemed as terrorism. The law, which has prompted severe backlash, revokes a previous moratorium on capital punishment that had been in place since 1954 for ordinary crimes.
The move comes in the midst of comments from journalist Abby Martin about Israel’s overall stance that Israel’s population had gone full ‘fascist’ when it came to engaging Palestine militarily.
The legislation is perceived by critics as an extension of Israel’s existing apartheid-like policies, raising concerns among international observers and human rights advocates. Zack Polanski, a prominent figure leading the outcry, stated that the law represents a “formalization of apartheid,” reflecting a legal framework that discriminates based on ethnicity. Critics argue that it exemplifies Israel’s systemic inequality and further entrench the divide between Israelis and Palestinians.
The move has drawn parallels to historic instances of targeted legal frameworks, comparing Israel’s legislation to hypothetical scenarios where specific groups within democratic countries would face unique capital punishment laws. “This is like if the US had the death penalty for only Native Americans,” asserted a social media commentator.
Voices from various political arenas, including former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, have condemned the legislation, characterizing it as a step towards “genocidal apartheid.” The UK’s Foreign Office and European Union officials have expressed concern that the new law undermines Israel’s supposed commitments to democratic principles, adding to the international outcry.
Again, the stated rationale for the legislation cite it as a necessary measure to address violence against Israeli citizens, positioning it within a broader context of national security. However, international observers note this penalty further highlights the fractured and inequitable nature of the Israeli legal system. The disgusting change ultimately should prompt removal of US Aid to Israel, as the society is propped up entirely from US taxpayer funds and capital investment.