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Israel Enacts Controversial Death Penalty Law Targeting Palestinians

  Soldiers carry the coffin of Israeli soldier Sergeant Liran Ben Zion, who, according to the Israeli army, was killed in combat in southern Lebanon. Israel’s parliament has approved a controversial new law making the death penalty the default punishment for Palestinians convicted of lethal attacks, sparking intense criticism from rights groups and international observers. The measure, championed by far‑right members of the governing coalition, is set to take effect within 30 days and has already prompted legal challenges and diplomatic condemnation.  Israel’s parliament has passed a landmark—and highly contentious—law establishing the death penalty as the default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of lethal attacks against Israelis. The bill, long pushed by far‑right members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition, mandates execution by hanging and requires sentencing within 90 days, with no right to clemency.  The legislation applies spec...
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Arab States May Be Asked to Share Costs of Iran Conflict, White House Indicates

 

Two F/A-18 Super Hornets launch from the flight deck of the US Navy Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in support of the Operation Epic Fury attack on Iran from an undisclosed location.

U.S. President Donald Trump is considering urging Arab nations to contribute financially to the ongoing war with Iran, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. During a briefing in Washington, Leavitt noted that while she would not speak ahead of the President, the idea is one he is “quite interested” in pursuing. 

Leavitt emphasized that discussions with Tehran are continuing behind the scenes, despite sharp public rhetoric from Iranian officials. She added that Iran’s private communications differ from its public statements, suggesting some progress in negotiations. 

The President has also issued renewed warnings toward Iran, threatening severe consequences for its energy infrastructure if it does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, he has suggested that “regime change” in Iran is effectively underway, citing heavy losses among Iranian leadership factions. 

As the conflict continues, the administration signals that more details on potential Arab financial involvement may be forthcoming.

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