Protests against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have intensified in recent days, with thousands of people gathering outside Israel’s Parliament in one of the largest demonstrations against him since the start of the war in Gaza.
Criticism of Netanyahu’s handling of the war, both at home and abroad, has been mounting. Close allies like the U.S. have expressed concern over the civilian toll in Gaza and have called for more aid to be allowed into the region. Additionally, many Israelis are demanding that Netanyahu prioritize the release of hostages held by Hamas as part of a cease-fire deal.
The protests in Jerusalem, which are expected to continue through Wednesday, come as in-person talks about a potential cease-fire resume in Cairo.
This wave of protests against Netanyahu comes after a period of relative calm following his plan to overhaul the judiciary. However, public dissatisfaction with the war has reignited the anger of many Israelis.
In addition to the war-related issues, Netanyahu is also facing a dispute over a bill to extend ultra-Orthodox Jews’ exemption from compulsory military service. This issue has the potential to destabilize his right-wing governing coalition.
Overall, the protests against Netanyahu reflect a growing discontent among the Israeli population and could have significant implications for the country’s political landscape.
