A bill to establish a political commission of inquiry into the October 7, 2023 massacre is expected to go to a preliminary Knesset vote this week, according to journalist Dafna Liel (N12). The bill's advancement follows the Constitution Committee's approval on June 9 and has drawn opposition criticism.
A bill to establish a political commission of inquiry into the October 7 massacre is expected to go to a first Knesset reading this week, journalist Dafna Liel (N12) reported Monday evening. The legislation, approved by the Constitution, Law and Justice Committee on June 9, would create a six-member commission appointed by the Knesset Speaker and the opposition leader. The opposition has announced it will refuse to name its three members, in which case Prime Minister Netanyahu would effectively control the commission, which can operate with just three members present. The bill's advancement comes as the Knesset continues its summer session; critics argue it would sideline the opposition and undermine the credibility of any findings.
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