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Italy's Parliament Nears Vote on Antisemitism Definition Amid Fierce Debate
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OriginalItaly's antisemitism definition vote draws staunch criticism despite no criminal provisions
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- Italy's parliament is set for a final vote on adopting the IHRA working definition of antisemitism.
- The Senate passed the bill, which now faces debate in the Chamber of Deputies.
- Critics fear the definition will restrict criticism of Israel and Palestinian protest.
- The bill explicitly preserves freedom of political criticism and expression.
- The Union of Italian Jewish Communities supports the bill as a defense against hatred.
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