Issam Makhoul, a prominent former Israeli lawmaker and chairman of the Hadash party, has died at the age of 72. Serving in the Knesset from 1999 to 2006, Makhoul was known for his outspoken opposition to Israel's nuclear weapons program and his efforts to shut down the Dimona reactor. His tenure was marked by controversy, including a suspension for comparing a prime minister to Adolf Hitler and surviving a failed assassination attempt by extremists. After leaving parliament, Makhoul remained active in politics, continuing to advocate for Palestinian rights and criticize international policies. The Hadash party mourned his passing, remembering him as a leader, writer, and revolutionary.