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//Over 100,000 Israelis Rally Against Renewed Gaza Fighting and Government Overreach Amid Growing Calls for National Strike//
In one of the largest demonstrations seen in Israel in recent years, more than 100,000 Israelis gathered across Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and dozens of other cities on Saturday night, voicing fierce opposition to the resumption of fighting in Gaza and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s efforts to dismiss Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar and Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara. The massive protests, particularly vibrant at Tel Aviv’s Habima Square, highlighted public outrage over Netanyahu’s push for unchecked power and what many describe as the erosion of Israeli democracy. Demonstrators held aloft banners reading “Hostages come first” and “Stopping the dictatorship mania,” demanding immediate action to secure the release of hostages still held in Gaza and to protect judicial independence. Opposition leaders, including Yair Lapid and Yair Golan, warned of a looming national strike if the government defies High Court rulings. University faculty, business leaders, and labor unions have already pledged support for mass civil disobedience, signaling potential paralysis across sectors if the government continues to ignore public outcry. Former hostages and their families shared heart-wrenching testimonies, emphasizing the pain of abandonment and the urgent need to prioritize humanitarian negotiations over military escalation. Nationwide, from Haifa to Beersheba, citizens marched not just for the hostages but for Israel’s democratic future, with calls for the formation of a united democratic front against authoritarian drift.
Protesters also demanded the establishment of a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 Hamas attack, accusing Netanyahu’s administration of attempting to rewrite history and evade responsibility. Prominent business leaders, including Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport, joined the call for accountability, with some even threatening tax boycotts. In Jerusalem, the demonstrations turned tense as protesters clashed with police near Netanyahu’s residence, underscoring the growing volatility and determination of the movement. Many now see this as not just a protest, but a fight for Israel’s soul — one that will continue to escalate until real change is achieved.
Protesters also demanded the establishment of a state commission of inquiry into the October 7 Hamas attack, accusing Netanyahu’s administration of attempting to rewrite history and evade responsibility. Prominent business leaders, including Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport, joined the call for accountability, with some even threatening tax boycotts. In Jerusalem, the demonstrations turned tense as protesters clashed with police near Netanyahu’s residence, underscoring the growing volatility and determination of the movement. Many now see this as not just a protest, but a fight for Israel’s soul — one that will continue to escalate until real change is achieved.
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