Knesset to Advance Bill Denying PA Right to Petition High Court

Bill Would Restrict PA's Ability to Challenge Israeli Policies in Court

Move Follows Recent PA Petition Against Security Barrier

The Knesset is set to advance a bill that would deny the Palestinian Authority (PA) the right to petition the Israeli High Court. The bill, which has the backing of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition, would restrict the PA's ability to challenge Israeli policies in court. The move comes after the PA recently petitioned the High Court against the construction of a security barrier in the West Bank. The PA argued that the barrier was illegal and violated Palestinian rights. The High Court is currently considering the petition. If passed, the bill would significantly limit the PA's ability to challenge Israeli policies in court. It would also send a strong message that Israel is not willing to tolerate any legal challenges to its authority over the West Bank. The bill has been met with criticism from human rights groups, who argue that it would undermine the rule of law in the West Bank. They also say that the bill would make it more difficult for the PA to protect the rights of its citizens. The Israeli government has defended the bill, saying that it is necessary to protect Israel's security. The government also says that the bill would not prevent the PA from challenging Israeli policies through other means, such as diplomacy. The bill is expected to pass the Knesset in the coming weeks. It would then be signed into law by President Reuven Rivlin.