West Bank, Gaza antiquities bill raises international law concerns, legal adviser warns Knesset
A new bill concerning antiquities in the West Bank and Gaza is facing scrutiny over potential violations of international law. Legal advisers have raised concerns as lawmakers move closer to finalizing the legislation. The bill's advancement has sparked debate regarding its implications for heritage and legal standards.
- ▪Lawmakers are preparing to advance a bill on antiquities in the West Bank and Gaza.
- ▪Legal advisers have warned that the bill may violate international law.
- ▪The legislation is nearing final votes in the committee.
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West Bank, Gaza antiquities bill raises international law concerns, legal adviser warns KnessetThe comments came as lawmakers prepared to advance the legislation on West Bank and Gaza antiquities toward final votes in the committee.Follow us on GoogleView of the ancient archeological site of Sebastia, near the West Bank city of Nablus, May 12, 2025. (photo credit: NASSER ISHTAYEH/FLASH90)
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