JERUSALEM, Israel — The Knesset passed a law on Wednesday allowing evictions in East Jerusalem, a move that has been criticized by human rights groups and the Palestinian Authority..
The law, which was approved by a vote of 60-53, amends the Legal and Administrative Matters Law, which governs legal proceedings in East Jerusalem. The amendment allows Israeli courts to enforce eviction orders against Palestinians who live in homes built without permits..
Human rights groups say the law is discriminatory because it only applies to Palestinians. They also say the law will lead to the forced eviction of thousands of Palestinians from their homes..
The Palestinian Authority has condemned the law, calling it a .
