Israeli police forcibly dispersed a protest Tuesday outside the Knesset in West Jerusalem for demonstrating against the passage of a law allowing the execution of Palestinian prisoners, according to Israeli sources, Anadolu reports. Police said two people were arrested as officers cleared demonstrators from outside the parliament building. Hundreds took part in the protest, according to Israel’s public broadcaster KAN. Video published by the outlet showed police using foul-smelling water to disperse protesters. The Knesset passed the law Monday in a 62-48 vote. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voted in support. The law mandates executions by hanging to be carried out by prison guards appointed by the Israeli Prison Service, while granting those involved anonymity and legal immunity. READ: Israeli Knesset passes […]
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Read Full Article on Middle East Monitor →![Dozens of protesters gather in front of the Israeli Parliament (Knesset) to demonstrate against a controversial bill that proposes the death penalty for Palestinian prisoners in West Jerusalem on March 31, 2026. [Mostafa Alkharouf - Anadolu Agency]](https://www.middleeastmonitor.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AA-20260331-40977695-40977682-PROTEST_HELD_AGAINST_THE_DEATH_PENALTY_BILL_APPROVED_BY_THE_KNESSET_IN_WEST_JERUSALEM-1.jpg)
