Malta has joined the international community in condemning Israel’s new law that imposes the death penalty on Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks, describing it as “inhumane and degrading”. The Maltese government expressed deep concern over the law, which makes capital punishment the default sentence for Palestinians, primarily in the occupied West Bank. This move has been widely criticized for being discriminatory, with many countries, including the UK, France, Germany, and Italy, voicing their opposition.
The law has sparked outrage among Palestinians and human rights groups, who argue it will exacerbate tensions and undermine regional stability. Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, Turkey, Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, have also condemned the law, citing concerns over its discriminatory application and the treatment of Palestinian prisoners.
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has urged Israel to repeal the law, stating it violates international human rights law. The international community is calling for restraint and accountability, emphasizing the need to prevent further escalation.
