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Knesset Grants Immunity to Lawmaker in 61-48 Vote
Israel's parliament approved immunity for a Likud party lawmaker in a 61 to 48 vote. The decision stops prosecution over allegations that the lawmaker exposed the identity of a Shin Bet officer.
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Israel's parliament approved immunity for a Likud party lawmaker Tuesday in a 61-48 vote. The measure halts prosecution over allegations that the lawmaker exposed the identity of a Shin Bet officer.
Background on the Case The allegations involve exposure of sensitive security information. Prosecutors had pursued charges before the immunity request reached lawmakers.
Lawmakers from across parties joined the majority supporting the measure. The minority opposed granting immunity in this instance. "Knesset approves immunity for Likud MK Tally Gotliv in a 61 to 48 vote, halting prosecution over alleged exposure of a Shin Bet officer’s identity."
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