protests

IDF rejects sexual assault claims

An IDF spokesperson dismissed allegations that soldiers on peacekeeping duty had violated a female protestor.

Man accused of assaulting Golani soldier speaks out

The man accused of assaulting a Golani commander during a protest says he was defending his daughters

GSS surveilled Netanyahu protesters' phones

GSS was given access to materials from protesters' phones to make sure they don't intend to break into Netanyahu's residence.

PM was taken to secure compound during protest outside his home

Netanyahu and his wife were taken to secure compound at their residence last weekend after several protesters breached a checkpoint outside.

Tel Aviv: Policeman punches protester in the face

Hundreds of people protest death of Ahuvya Sandak. Police: A handful of rioters clashed with police and disobeyed orders.

Two weeks later, protests over Ahuvya's death continue

Hundreds demonstrate across the country in protest of police conduct. 14-year-old arrested during clashes with police at Shiloh junction.

Thousands protest Sandak death: 'Don't whitewash murder'

Thousands demonstrate tonight at Police Investigations Department at Har Hotzvim in Jerusalem.

Police officer pushes demonstrator towards vehicle

Watch: Officer pushes demonstrator towards a passenger vehicle during protest against Ahuvya Sandak's death.

Investigator calls officers in deadly chase 'salt of the earth'

Head of investigating team into death of Ahuvya Sandak insists officers acted as required, even before investigation is complete.

Dozens detained during protest against Ahuvya Sandak's death

More than 25 detained during demonstrations in Jerusalem following the death of Ahuvya Sandak.

Sixth consecutive night of protest at death of Ahuvya Sandak

Hundreds block entrance to Jerusalem; additional protests in other parts of country.

Watch: Serious police violence at protests over teen's death

Demonstrators say police used extreme violence against them. Some detainees are as young as 14.

Ahuvya Sandak's death: About 2,000 demonstrate in Jerusalem

About 2,000 demonstrate tonight before Internal Security Ministry; protesters demand outside party investigate circumstances of death.

Protest:

Torches in front of Prime Minister's house in Jerusalem

Demonstrators began blocking entrance to street at Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem Saturday afternoon, carrying torches.

Yeshiva students protest in Sderot: 'We are the Hilltop Youth'

Students, rabbis of Sderot yeshiva protest death of Ahuvya Sandak during police chase. 'How can you sit still when this is the method?'

Clashes with police in front of National Headquarters

About 100 protesters clash with police at entrance to police HQ in protest of police conduct ending in death of Ahuvya Sandak: 'Killer cops'

Doctors oppose restrictions:

100 doctors vs gov policy: 'Insanity, no medical justification'

More than 100 doctors attack government COVID-19 policy.

Moroccan authorities prevent protest against Israel agreement

The main political parties in Morocco have welcomed the deal to normalize ties with Israel, but Islamist groups have rejected it.

Leftist protesters throw torch in Jerusalem

Police arrest 27 activists during latest demonstration near Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem.

Watch: Protest leader compares Netanyahu to Hitler

Sadi Ben Sheetrit, one of the leaders of the protests outside PM's residence, documented comparing Netanyahu to Nazi leader.

Arrests made during protests against Netanyahu

Demonstrators arrested after trying to march toward PM's residence in Jerusalem and failing to comply with police request to clear the road.

Likud: 'Opposition continues to split and divide'

Likud condemnation of disunity and division comes as recordings were revealed of Netanyahu calling Naftali Bennett a 'little dog'.

Protest against UNRWA held in Gaza

Hundreds of demonstrators demand that UNRWA not cut back on the services it provides to "Palestinian refugees" despite the budget deficit.

Nine protesters arrested in Jerusalem

Police arrest three protesters who violated public order and attacked police during march in the streets of Jerusalem.

Shaked: The government is holding small businesses hostage

Shaked alleges that lockdown was only imposed because government couldn't reach compromise on restricting demonstrations.

Police Chief to protesters: 'We will not allow violence'

Police Commissioner warns planned protest participants: 'We will not allow officers who went on duty to protect the public to be attacked.'

'We will fix response to disgusting attack on Jewish reporter'

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio says he is unsatisfied with police response to assault on Orthodox reporter covering Brooklyn protest.

Head of Police: 'We're not a political entity'

Israeli police superintendent said officers were doing everything in their power to serve and protect, were faced with difficult challenges.

Brooklyn: Protesters corner journalist accused of 'informing'

Reporter and member of the Hasidic community in Borough Park cornered during protest against Cuomo's restrictions.

Violent confrontations with police in Modi'in Illit, Tel Aviv

Several police officers were injured in the incidents; arrests were made.

Clashes between demonstrators and police in Tel Aviv

Police attack demonstrators illegal procession: 'Marchers not careful about required spacing, thus endangering public health.'

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Severe clashes with Leftists at Habima Square in Tel Aviv

Severe clashes erupt between Leftist operatives and police in Habima Square. Police cite violators.

Watch: Clashes between protesters and police near Knesset

Clashes break out between protesters and an inspector and a policeman who took down a sign from the Menorah statue.

'Nothing will happen if we pause protests for a few weeks'

'It wasn't easy to pray outdoors on Yom Kippur, but it can be done - and restricting protests can and should be done too."

Israel surpasses the US in daily coronavirus deaths per capita

Coronavirus is spreading faster and wider than ever before - no one is immune.

'We want to protest too - on the Temple Mount'

'We plan to test the Court and see if it wants to defend the rights of all Jews to protest, or just the left wing'

Protests erupt at PM residence in Jerusalem and Caesarea

Hundreds of demonstrators take part in protest against Netanyahu, arriving in several convoys leaving in the afternoon.

Nissenkorn blasts Netanyahu: He incites and divides

Justice Minister livid after Netanyahu says left-wing demonstrators protesting against are "anarchists" and "delusional".

Chief Rabbi: One rule for protests and prayers

Rabbi Lau concedes that synagogues can be shut on Yom Kippur - as long as demonstrations are restricted too.

Aryeh Deri: Synagogues must remain open on Yom Kippur

For the remainder of lockdown, Deri concedes that prayers will be held outdoors only - as long as protests are also restricted.

Violators should be imprisoned, says MK Miki Zohar

We don't need stricter regulations - we just need tougher enforcement, coalition head insists.

Israeli doctors, scientists to hold anti-lockdown demonstration

'Doctors and scientists demand halt to closure, the decision of which to impose is based on zero transparent information to the public.'

Watch: 'Social justice' protest in Habimah Square

Protesters release to the air balloons representing promises they say 'the PM let into the air that were never fulfilled.'

Call to protest organizers: 'Stop the demonstrations'

Anti-Netanyahu demonstrator calls for halt in demonstrations to honor lockdown. 'We're in favor of unity, give it a chance.'

Watch: Protesters outside airport ahead of Netanyahu's US trip

Protesters say PM leaving country in chaos as he flies to Washington.

Protesters in Jerusalem clash with police, 12 arrested

Protesters outside the PM's Residence in Jerusalem try to break through a police blockade, resulting in clashes.

Watch: Police, military detain hundreds in Minsk

As protesters fill streets of Minsk, Belarus, for third week in a row, military personnel and riot police detain hundreds.

Watch: Criminals openly attack police in NYC

Violent criminals openly attack police officers in New York City for citing them for parking violations.

Artists grieve:

'The government's stealing our show'

Hundreds demonstrate near Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem demanding approval of outline for performances in closed halls.

Democracy and protests: A perspective

Civilized democratic forms of direct and indirect democracy differ from mob democracy whose whiff arises from the streets of Jerusalem.Oped.

The anti-PM protests are not grassroots, spontaneous outbursts

Like in the USA, there has been significant funding for the anti-PM protests. Let's not follow the American protest model. Op-ed.

J'lem: Protester arrested for knife possession during evacuation

J'lem municipality warns protesters: 'Any disturbance to public order will encounter determined action by police and the municipality.'

Police guard anti-Netanyahu protesters after veiled threat

Lefitsts file complaint with police, receive extra security, after right-wing activist calls them 'germs.'

Lebanese protesters clash with security forces

Lebanese security forces fire tear gas to disperse dozens of anti-government demonstrators angered by the Beirut blast.

Yair Netanyahu:

'I show Father freaks at demonstrations and it makes him laugh'

Prime Minister's son Yair Netanyahu says he showed his father filmed footage of protests" 'It entertains him. Even gives him a boost.'

Carolyn Glick:

Riots and protests from Portland to Jerusalem

As in the US, left-wing protesters in Israel have hitched a ride on the economic distress the pandemic induced, with media support. Op-ed.

Watch: Demonstrations against Netanyahu

Thousands of leftists demonstrated across the country against Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. 12 protesters were arrested in Jerusalem.

Israelis protest PM Netanyahu - from San Francisco

Protest organizer says he plans to protest 'on a regular basis, until Netanyahu is gone.'

Report: NY firefighters won't use hoses against violent rioters

While hoses are being used by police forces in Israel, NYC fire department bans their use for crowd control

PM's son summoned to court over 'threats' to protest leaders

Complaint filed against Yair Netanyahu after he tweeted a call on PM's supporters to come "harass" protesters against him.