What's happened
Protests erupted in Israel as thousands gathered in Tel Aviv and other cities demanding the release of hostages held by Hamas and the resignation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Scuffles broke out between police and protesters in Tel Aviv, with calls for fresh elections and a deal to free the captives.
What's behind the headline?
What the papers say
The Guardian reported on scuffles between police and protesters in Tel Aviv, with demands for the return of hostages and Netanyahu's resignation. The Times of Israel covered the central rally in Tel Aviv, where over 80,000 people gathered, calling for accountability from the government. The Independent highlighted divisions among Israelis over Netanyahu's response to the conflict with Hamas and the ongoing hostage crisis.
How we got here
The protests stem from the abduction of soldiers by Hamas, leading to a broader conflict between Israel and the militant group. Netanyahu's leadership during the crisis has faced criticism, fueling public anger and calls for change. The demonstrations reflect a growing frustration with the government's handling of the situation and its impact on national security.
Go deeper
- How have the protests impacted government actions in Israel?
- What steps are being taken to address the demands of the protesters?
- Are there any international responses to the protests in Israel?
More on these topics
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Israel, formally known as the State of Israel, is a country in Western Asia, located on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the northern shore of the Red Sea.
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Hamas is a Palestinian Sunni-Islamic fundamentalist militant organization. It has a social service wing, Dawah, and a military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades.
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Benjamin Netanyahu is an Israeli politician serving as Prime Minister of Israel since 2009, and previously from 1996 to 1999. Netanyahu is also the Chairman of the Likud – National Liberal Movement.
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The Gaza Strip, or simply Gaza, is a self-governing Palestinian territory on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, that borders Egypt on the southwest for 11 kilometers and Israel on the east and north along a 51 km border.