We at MARUAH state our firm condemnation of the recent passage of legislation by the Israeli Knesset that mandates the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of terror-related offenses. This law represents a profound regression in human rights and a violation of the fundamental right to life, which is the cornerstone of international law and the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights. https://www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights
The introduction of capital punishment within a legal system that already faces scrutiny for its treatment of Palestinians creates a discriminatory and two-tiered judicial regime. By specifically targeting one population and stripping judges of the discretion to consider individual circumstances, this law undermines the principles of justice, equality, and due process.
Furthermore, the expansion of the death penalty to military courts in the occupied territories exacerbates an already volatile situation. History has shown that such measures do not serve as an effective deterrent; rather, they risk fueling further cycles of violence and resentment.
We call upon the Israeli government to immediately repeal this legislation and uphold its obligations under international human rights treaties. The pursuit of security must never come at the expense of basic human dignity and the universal rejection of state-sanctioned killing.
MARUAH
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MARUAH Singapore 