Death by Hanging: Inside Israel's new laws for Palestinians
Apr 14, 2026 •
Israel has passed a new law allowing for the execution of Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks.
The law passed through the country’s parliament despite opposition from Israeli and international human rights groups, as well as the governments of the UK, Germany, France and Italy.
Israel’s national doctors’ union has refused to carry out lethal injections, meaning those sentenced under the law would face death by hanging.
The government says the law will deter future Palestinian attacks. Some right-wing Israeli politicians wore noose-shaped pins in parliament as it was debated.
Today, Israeli journalist Amira Hass, who lives in the West Bank and writes for Haaretz, on capital punishment, settler violence and the expansion of settlements in Palestine.
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Death by Hanging: Inside Israel's new laws for Palestinians
1879 • Apr 14, 2026
Death by Hanging: Inside Israel's new laws for Palestinians
Israel has passed a new law allowing for the execution of Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks.
The law passed through the country’s parliament despite opposition from Israeli and international human rights groups, as well as the governments of the UK, Germany, France and Italy.
Israel’s national doctors’ union has refused to carry out lethal injections, meaning those sentenced under the law would face death by hanging.
The government says the law will deter future Palestinian attacks. Some right-wing Israeli politicians wore noose-shaped pins in parliament as it was debated.
Today, Israeli journalist Amira Hass, who lives in the West Bank and writes for Haaretz, on capital punishment, settler violence and the expansion of settlements in Palestine.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Haaretz correspondent for the Occupied Territories, Amira Hass
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