Israel approves bill against NGOs

Israeli Ministers approved a controversial NGO bill proposed by Knesset members Ayelet Shaked (Habayit Hayehudi) and Robert Ilatov (Yisrael Beiteinu) on Sunday.

Representatives of the left slammed the proposal, calling it "dangerous and dictatorial," noting the bill was intended to silence any one who dares to criticize the administration and think differently.

The bill proposes a 45% tax charged on nonprofit foundations and organizations that receive foreign donations and that take part in the following activities:

Advocating the boycott, divestment, or sanctioning of Israel or Israelis.

Calling for the trial of Israeli oldiers in international courts.

Denying Israel’s existence as a Jewish state.

And, supporting armed struggle against Israel.