Summary
Israeli lawmakers are wearing gold nooses to protest a proposal by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. He seeks the authority to impose capital punishment on Palestinian prisoners accused of terrorism. Since he took office, more than 110 Palestinian prisoners have reportedly died due to torture and mistreatment.
Key Facts
- Israeli lawmakers wore gold nooses in protest.
- The protest is against a proposal by Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
- Ben-Gvir wants to implement the death penalty for certain Palestinian prisoners.
- The targeted prisoners include those accused of terrorism.
- Since Ben-Gvir assumed his role, over 110 Palestinian prisoners reportedly died from torture and mistreatment.
- The controversy highlights tensions regarding the treatment of Palestinian detainees in Israel.
