National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir unveiled plans Tuesday evening for a dedicated death-row wing and hanging chamber for convicted terrorists, including an observation area where victims and their families could witness executions. The facility, to be built at a prison in central Israel, is the next step in implementing Israel's new death-penalty law. “We promised, and we are keeping our promises,” Ben-Gvir said.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir unveiled detailed plans Tuesday evening for a dedicated execution wing for convicted terrorists, including a secured death-row section, a hanging chamber, and an observation area where victims of terrorism and their families could witness executions. The facility is to be built at a prison in central Israel.
The announcement builds on earlier reports by The Zioneer on Tuesday at 15:54 Jerusalem that construction of the execution complex had begun and that Ben-Gvir had visited the site. At that time, The Zioneer also reported that the facility would include observation rooms for victims' families. On Monday, Ben-Gvir said he would be 'very happy' to carry out a death sentence himself.
Ben-Gvir has been a leading advocate for the death penalty for terrorists, as The Zioneer has previously reported, most recently reiterating his demand after a terror attack in the Sharon region. The legislation was passed and construction is under way, though no timeline for completion of the facility has been provided. The plans remain subject to regulatory approvals. 'We promised, and we are keeping our promises,' Ben-Gvir said.
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