Israel’s Controversial Law to Deport Terror Convicts’ Relatives Sparks Outcry
The Israeli parliament has enacted a contentious law enabling the deportation of family members of individuals convicted of terrorism, including Israeli citizens. The legislation targets first-degree relatives who either supported or had prior knowledge of terrorist activities. Critics, including human rights organizations and opposition lawmakers, argue that the law disproportionately affects Palestinian citizens of Israel and raises constitutional concerns. The bill, proposed by a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party, faces potential legal challenges amid fears it will be selectively enforced.