The proposal was passed by Israel's parliament on Monday despite the opposition boycotting the vote and criticism that it will not lead to an independent investigation.
The opposition has instead pushed for an independent judicial review of the current government's handling of the Hamas terrorist attack and hostage-taking on October 7, 2023.
Despite widespread support for one in the Israeli population, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuses to appoint an independent review, citing the judicial system's bias.
As the bill stands now, a total of six members are proposed for a newly established commission. However, if the opposition continues its boycott, it will be sufficient for three members to be appointed by the current government.
The relatives' group The October Council criticizes the government, writes the Times of Israel :
“This shameful law is not meant to reveal the truth, but to bury it.”
The bill on a politically appointed commission is expected to be adopted in Parliament's constitutional committee next week.
