Israel Implements Ban on Entry for ICC Supporters and Those Denying October 7 Massacre
The Israeli Knesset has passed a new law prohibiting non-citizens from entering or residing in the country if they or their affiliated organizations deny the October 7 attacks or the Holocaust, or if they support international legal action against Israeli security personnel. The legislation, which passed without opposition, expands on a 2017 amendment that previously restricted visas and travel permits for individuals and organizations promoting boycotts of Israel.
Proposed by Michel Buskila of the New Hope-United Right party, with initial efforts led by New Hope MK Zeev Elkin, the law aims to reinforce Israel's ability to counter perceived threats from external actors....