Israeli Knesset Approves National Inquiry Committee for October 7 Massacre

First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 1 day ago

What happened

The Israeli Knesset has approved a bill to form a national inquiry committee to investigate the October 7 massacre and related war events, granting it broad investigative powers and a balanced appointment process. The bill passed its first reading with 59 votes and will undergo further review before final approval.

• 01Knesset approved a national inquiry committee for the October 7 massacre investigation.
• 02Committee will have full powers to summon witnesses and collect evidence.
• 03Six members appointed by consensus of 80 MKs or equally by coalition and opposition.
• 04Hostages and bereaved families serve as observers; hearings mostly public and broadcast.
• 05Law allows continuity if Knesset dissolves before legislation completes.
• 06Bill now moves to Constitution Committee for further readings and finalization.

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