The Israeli minister proposes executing Palestinian prisoners, generating international condemnation.

The Minister of National Security of Israel, Itamar Ben Gvir, has sparked great controversy and international condemnation by openly calling for the execution of Palestinian prisoners through "shots to the head." These statements, broadcast in a video by Israeli media, have provoked strong criticism due to the extremist and violent tone of his proposals. Ben Gvir, known for his ultra-right-wing and settler stance, has been convicted in the past for incitement to hatred and vandalism, raising concerns about the influence of these ideas on Israeli politics. The minister's call to shoot Palestinian prisoners instead of providing them with more food has been deemed inhumane and ruthless, raising alarms about respect for human rights in Israel. This proposal is part of a bill that seeks to impose the death penalty exclusively on Palestinians, a measure that has been denounced by international organizations and Palestinian groups such as the Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine. The Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine has described Ben Gvir's statements as a reflection of a "criminal mentality of hatred" towards Palestinian prisoners, who already face inhumane detention conditions and systematic torture in Israeli prisons. This extreme stance has also been condemned by the director of the Palestinian Prisoners Society, Abdullah Zaghari, who denounces an increase in violence and documented executions by Israel since the start of the war in Gaza. The proposed bill by Ben Gvir, which aims to implement the death penalty for Palestinian detainees accused of racially motivated murder, has raised concerns about its impact on the judicial system and the guarantees of a fair trial for prisoners. Despite being approved in a first reading in March, it is still in the process of being processed in the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament. The radical stance of the Minister of National Security is not new, as in the past he had advocated for the execution of Palestinian prisoners as a solution to overcrowding in Israeli prisons. His controversial statements have reignited the debate on human rights in Israel and the need to ensure dignified treatment for all prisoners, regardless of their nationality or political affiliation. Meanwhile, the escalation of violence in the region continues, with the recent attack claimed by Hezbollah, which launched "dozens" of rockets against a base in northern Israel. These events highlight the fragility of the situation in the Middle East and the urgent need to seek diplomatic solutions to prevent further escalation of conflicts. Amidst this tense scenario, the mass detention of Palestinians by Israeli forces since October 2023 has raised concerns about respect for human rights and the legal guarantees of detainees. The ongoing war in the Gaza Strip has exacerbated tensions in the region and underscored the importance of addressing conflicts in the Middle East in a comprehensive and respectful manner. In the face of growing polarization and violence in the region, it is crucial for Israeli and Palestinian authorities to seek avenues for dialogue and negotiation to move towards a lasting and just peace. The international community, for its part, must redouble its efforts to promote respect for human rights and the protection of civilian populations amidst these increasingly intense and dangerous conflicts.