Israeli Knesset Debates Political Inquiry Committee for October 7 Massacre Investigation
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · 23 hours ago
What happened
The Israeli Knesset debated and prepared to vote on a bill establishing a political inquiry committee to investigate the October 7 massacre. The committee, part of a deal between Netanyahu and ultra-Orthodox parties, faces opposition criticism but aims to conduct an independent investigation with broad appointment consensus. The committee will have six members, special observers, and powers to hold public hearings with security protections.
- 01Knesset debates bill for political inquiry committee on October 7 massacre investigation.
- 02Committee will have six members, including one qualified for Supreme Court, excluding recent senior officials.
- 03Bill is part of Netanyahu's deal with ultra-Orthodox parties, opposed by the political opposition.
- 04Committee can operate with minimum three members, possibly excluding opposition representation.
- 05Special observers from bereaved families and released hostages will participate without voting rights.
- 06Hearings will be public and broadcast with possible restrictions for security and privacy.
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