Israel’s parliament, the Knesset, has passed a highly controversial death penalty law that applies specifically to non-citizen Palestinians in the West Bank. The legislation, backed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and driven by far-right allies including Itamar Ben Gvir, allows military courts to impose capital punishment in terror-related cases with a simple majority verdict. Critics argue the law effectively excludes Jewish Israelis from prosecution under the same framework, raising serious concerns about discrimination and unequal application of justice. The Palestinian Authority has condemned the move as a “war crime,” citing violations of the Fourth Geneva Convention. Legal experts and civil rights groups warn the absence of clemency provisions and its application in occupied territory could place Israel in direct conflict with international law. WATCH

Tensions erupted inside the U.S. Capitol after a dramatic confrontation unfolded during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing involving Montana Republican Senator Tim Sheehy and a protesting Marine veteran. The incident, now widely circulating on social media, shows veteran Brian McGinnis confronting lawmakers during a hearing focused on US military policy and support for Israel. As Capitol Police moved in to remove the protester, Senator Sheehy stepped in, grabbing McGinnis during a struggle near a doorway. In the chaos captured on video, the veteran’s arm appears to snap, triggering a wave of outrage and debate online. WATCH