protests

Netanyahu:

'Prayer is as important as protests'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticized the Supreme Court's decision to allow demonstrations in Tel Aviv, noting there are restrictions on prayer at the Western Wall during the Passover holiday.

Ben-Gvir:

'Supreme Court is showing political bias'

The National Security Minister attacked the approval of the demonstration in Tel Aviv during the war and noted that the police submitted their response before the start of Shabbat, contrary to the judges' claims.

Violent clashes break out at Jerusalem Draft Office

Dozens of violent protesters attempt to break security barriers, hurl objects at security forces; policewoman attacked by protester.

Supreme Court issues ruling in the midst of Shabbat

The Supreme Court issued a ruling permitting protests of up to 600 people at Habima Square, and up to 150 in other parts of the country. The ruling, issued in the midst of Shabbat, has caused outrage among the Israeli public.

NYC Council passes bill to protect synagogues from protesters

New York City Council passes legislation creating protective perimeters around houses of worship and schools to combat antisemitism and ensure safe access during protests.

Following Arutz Sheva Probe:

Investigation into officer who struck child at Binyamin protest

The police opened a probe after footage showed an officer using force against a child during a protest in the Binyamin area.

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Officer strikes child during protest for hilltop communities

From Samaria to Kiryat Arba, widespread protests were held against the confiscation of livestock and damage to farms. Arutz Sheva has obtained footage of an officer striking a child who was standing at the scene.

Anti-Israel protesters crash premiere of 'Scream 7'

Anti-Israel orgs organize protest against Paramount for firing of lead actress who made anti-Israel posts.

Extremist haredim to protest in Jerusalem

Toldot Avraham Yitzhak hasidic rebbe orders anti-draft protest in Jerusalem following recent arrests of draft-dodging yeshiva students.

Two protesters detained in Jerusalem demonstration

Dozens of leftist activists arrive at Paris Square in Jerusalem, holding illegal demonstration and blocking roads.

Soldiers' families protest plan to bring women into Armored Corps

Families and activists protest at IDF ceremony, stressing integration of women in the Armored Corps will undermine IDF values and operational readiness.

Watch: Dairy farmers 'mourn' Israeli agriculture

Group of dairy farmers mounts protest near Finance Ministry and Knesset, reciting Kaddish prayer for Israeli agriculture.

Leaders urge calm

27 arrested in Sydney during protests against Herzog’s visit

Violence erupts in Sydney during protests against President Herzog’s visit, with 27 arrests and clashes between police and demonstrators. Australian leaders urge peaceful protests.

Watch: Yisrael Beytenu MK blocks aid trucks from reaching Hamas

Less than an hour after Gaza terrorists open fire at IDF soldiers in violation of ceasefire, Israeli demonstrators block humanitarian aid trucks, demand end to fuel for Hamas.

Who do we protest against today?

The names change, but the root remains the same

It's not really about Palestinian Arabs, police, migrants or human rights as recent hypocrisy in the face of Iran's wholesale slaughter of its citizens has proven. Opinion.

Dairy farmers spill milk on main highway

Dairy farmers protest Finance Ministry's proposed reform, clash with police during highway demonstration.

Riots break out near Draft Office

Violent clashes break out between protesters and police after riots begin near Tel Hashomer Draft Office.

Estimate: Civil disobedience not expected in Arab society

Arab activists escalate protest against violence in their communities, blaming police and politicians.

Minister Waserlauf: My father was attacked in the ER

Negev and Galilee Minister Itshak Waserlauf reveals attacks on his family, demands condemnation from leftist MKs.

Watch: Vigil outside home of Deputy Attorney General

Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Deputy Attorney General Gil Limon, emphasizing that Israel has turned from democracy to anarchy 'because of him and his friends.'

He betrayed us:

Iranians are furious with Trump

Amid reports of the horrific massacre in Iran, Iranian protesters last night accused President Donald Trump of not providing the assistance he had promised.

London:

86 detained at protest backing Palestine Action activist

London police detain 86 people after protesters backing a Palestine Action hunger striker breach prison grounds.

Hundreds at rally in Meitar: Without Ran, there's no 'stage two'

Hundreds of attendees at Meitar rally call for the immediate return of deceased hostage Ran Gvili and the completion of the first phase of the deal with Hamas.

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Protester struck by vehicle near Jerusalem Chords Bridge

A protester was hit by a car this evening during a protest near the String Bridge in Jerusalem.

Haifa resident:

'Everything is different with the Kaplan protesters'

A Haifa resident talks about the police's indifference towards Kaplan protesters who blocked traffic routes, including the entrance to a hospital, compared to batons used against haredi protesters.

Iran expert:

'Iranians immensely disappointed by Trump's promises'

Dr. Thamar E. Gindin: 'The Iranian people went to the streets to protest and risked their lives because of Trump's promises. Even if he bombs Iran now, it's too late for thousands of families.'

Haredi protester run over by car during demonstration

A Haredi youth was struck by a car during a protest against performing autopsies on the babies who died at a daycare.

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Haredi protester pushes elderly man into the street

Protesters are blocking roads, throwing stones and objects at officers, and setting trash bins on fire. Police footage shows them attacking an elderly man who tried to move an object out of the road.

Canada

Anti-Israel groups plan protest against comedian Guy Hochman

Pro-Palestinian organizations are calling for a protest against the appearance of Guy Hochman at the Jewish Federation of Toronto, claiming he was complicit in “genocide" against Palestinians.

Dramatic, historic move:

Arab affairs analyst: 'This is the beginning of a revolution'

'Demonstrators have taken to the streets. Historic processes are unfolding before our eyes,' says Arab affairs commentator Tzvi Yehezkeli about the protests in Iran this morning.

Right-wing activist detained in Tel Aviv

Police detain two individuals in Tel Aviv, after clash involving pepper spray.

London: Protester climbs Iranian Embassy to replace flag

Protester climbs Iranian Embassy in London to replace Islamic Republic flag with pre-revolution flag; Tehran protester says 'hundreds' dead in the streets.

Historic riots in Iran

Tens of thousands take to the streets

President Trump warns US will "hit Iran very hard" if Iranian regime kills protesters. Internet and phones cut off in the Islamic Republic. Groups report at least 45 dead in riots so far.

Protesters tie themselves to each other outside court

Leftist protesters demonstrate outside Supreme Court, blocking intersection.

Difficult footage

Tragedy at haredi demonstration in Jerusalem

Bus runs over a group of protesters during a protest against conscription in Jerusalem. Yosef Eisental, 14, killed.

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Iranian police encourage protesters

A video from Iran shows protesters taking over a local police station. According to witnesses, police officers stood on the roof of the station and joined in the protest chants.

Iran expert

'Iranian regime in unprecedented defensive stance against public'

Dr. Thamar E. Gindin assesses: The Iranian regime is in a defensive position not seen before, following the wave of protests spreading in the country.

Netanyahu on Iran protests

This may be the moment'

Netanyahu addressed the protests against the regime in Iran and noted that the moment may have come when Iranians take their fate into their own hands.

Trump warns

'If Iran shoots protesters, the US will come to their rescue'

US President issues dramatic warning to Iran over the ongoing protests against the regime.

Iranian man to Netanyahu

'Iranians stood by you for 2 years, will you stand by us now?'

An Iranian man published a video asking PM Netanyahu to support the Iranian people protesting against the regime.

5 people reportedly killed in Iran protests

Following violent clashes with the police, five protesters have been reported dead during the ongoing demonstrations against the regime.

US Ambassador

'We stand with Iranian protesters'

US Ambassador to the UN publishes message of support for the Iranian people who are protesting against the Ayatollahs' regime on the streets of Tehran.

Policeman slaps child, chokes him, and throws him to the ground

Severe clashes recorded at extremist haredi protest near Bnei Brak; footage of police officer acting violently towards young child sparks outrage online.

Left-wing protest leader

'1,200 people were murdered because we didn't bring down govt'

In an interview, Shikma Bressler claimed that the avoidance of protests against the government by many members of the public contributed to the events of October 7th.

Unusual protest

Decapitated head dolls placed outside homes of ex-judges

Three decapitated head cloth dolls were placed this morning near the homes of former Supreme Court President Aharon Barak, retired Supreme Court Justice Uzi Fogelman, and Tel Aviv-Jaffa Mayor Ron Huldai.

Reservists' families protest outside Finance Minister's home

Families of IDF reservists in Samaria hold demonstration outside Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's home in Kedumim, demanding he oppose the current Draft Law proposal.

Chaos during PM's testimony

Signs seized, bereaved mother breaks down in tears

During Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's testimony, chaos broke out in the courtroom after court guards confiscated signs from bereaved families.

Families of hostages urge:

'No next phase until Ran Gvili comes home'

Hostage families, survivors, and relatives gathered in Sha’ar Hanegev, Carmei Gat, and Meitar, urging Israelis to rally behind the return of Ran Gvili and stressing that 'final stretch' must end with no hostage left behind.

NYC Jewish groups to hold rally near Park East Synagogue

NYC Jewish groups to rally near Park East Synagogue after recent protest in which anti-Israel activists disrupted an Aliyah event.

Israeli high school program in Toronto cancelled over safety

A planned visit by Israeli high school students to a school north of Toronto has been cancelled following opposition from pro-Palestinian organizations.

06:29 on tractor en route to the Knesset for protest display

Israelis living near the Gaza border protested outside the Knesset demanding a decisive outcome in the war, saying, "We will not return while Hamas still exists."

Germany:

AfD launches new youth wing amid mass protests

AfD launches its new youth wing, Generation Germany, in Giessen as 25,000 protesters gather nearby. Police deploy 5,000 officers, use water cannons, and report injuries.

Jerusalem official demands:

Stop using skunk spray in haredi neighborhoods

'Substance has never been tested, is dangerous to health,' Jerusalem Deputy Mayor Yitzhak Brim claims.

Mamdani condemns protest outside NYC synagogue

NYC leaders condemn an antisemitic protest outside Park East Synagogue. Mayor-elect Mamdani: “Every New Yorker should be free to enter a house of worship without intimidation.”

Ashdod:

Extremists protest outside Shas MK's home

Jerusalem Faction protestors demonstrate Draft Law proposal outside home of Shas MK Yinon Azoulay in Ashdod.

Mordechai David and Hadar Muchtar, thank you!

Meet two people who refuse to hand over public streets to the mobs who claim they "defend democracy." Opinion.

Mexico:

Jewish community condemns antisemitic graffiti targeting pres.

Graffiti during Mexican protests against Claudia Sheinbaum’s government calls out ‘Jewish whore.’

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Religious Zionist MK offers encouragement to haredi soldiers

Dozens protest outside Jerusalem Draft Office, MK Tzvi Succot distributes chocolates to haredi recruits, offering encouragement.

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Left-wing activists interrupt Minister Dichter's speech

During Agriculture Minister Avi Dichter's speech at the 2025 International Gulf Conference on Regionalism, left-wing activists burst into the hall and shouted slogans denouncing the government.

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Hebrew U ceremony interrupted by protester, one arrested

A student was arrested for disrupting Ayala Ben-Gvir’s graduation at Hebrew University by shouting at Minister Ben-Gvir. The event proceeded, and she received her degree.