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HamalPolitics

Netanyahu Vows to Advance Law Revoking Citizenship for Defaming Soldiers

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Hebrew · 16 newsrooms covering

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plans to advance legislation allowing the revocation of citizenship for those who defame Israeli soldiers, labeling such acts as Hamas propaganda. The move aims to prevent individuals from holding citizenship while undermining the state.

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  • Netanyahu will advance a law to revoke citizenship for defaming soldiers.
  • The law targets "generators of antisemitic propaganda" from Israel.
  • Netanyahu equated such defamation to Hamas propaganda.
  • The measure aims to prevent offenders from entering Israel.
Netanyahu Vows to Advance Law Revoking Citizenship for Defaming Soldiers
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his intention to advance legislation that would allow for the revocation of citizenship from individuals who defame Israeli soldiers. The proposed law, referred to as the "NAZ" law, aims to target what Netanyahu described as "generators of antisemitic propaganda originating from Israel."

Netanyahu stated that this measure is intended to prevent individuals from benefiting from Israeli citizenship while simultaneously engaging in actions that undermine the state and its soldiers. He implied that such actions are akin to Hamas propaganda and that revoking citizenship would prevent offenders from entering Israel or escaping consequences.

The announcement comes amidst a backdrop of internal political discourse and criticism, with some commenters in the provided text expressing support for the move and others engaging in unrelated political commentary. The specific context or trigger for Netanyahu's statement is not detailed in the provided text, beyond the general sentiment of combating perceived defamation of soldiers.

Further details regarding the legislative process, specific criteria for revocation, and potential legal challenges are not included in the source material. The article consists primarily of a statement from the Prime Minister and user comments, lacking in-depth reporting on the legislative initiative itself.

HamalCentre · Tel Aviv

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