protests

Reservist named as suspect in arson near PM's residence

Lieutenant Colonel (res.) Amos Doron named as suspect in arson near Prime Minister's residence; court extends his arrest by five days.

Hostages' families call for police to prevent disruptive protests

Families of the hostages appealed to Police Commissioner Daniel Levi, demanding action against road blockages and disturbances that 'endanger the stability of the state and hinder the return of the hostages'

Leftist protest:

Vehicle burned in protest belongs to active reservist

Leftist protesters setting vehicles near Prime Minister's Residence aflame burn vehicle belonging to IDF reservist who is on active duty, leaving his wife and three children without a car.

Leftist protesters set garbage cans on fire near PM's residence

Anti-government protesters and relatives of some hostages begin three days of protests in Jerusalem, pushing to end the war against Hamas - no matter what the price.

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German police officer punches pro-Palestinian protester

Videos showing a pro-Palestinian protester being punched in the face by a police officer in Berlin prompted German police to open an investigation into the incident.

Education Minister warns against students' strike

Students who skip classes in protest will be marked absent, Education Minister Yoav Kisch warns.

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Protester splashes paint on Israeli singer David D'Or

A concert by Israeli singer David D'Or in Warsaw, Poland, was disrupted when a pro-Palestinian activist in the audience splashed red paint on the singer and his band.

Haredi protesters block major roads in central Israel

Protests erupt in the Sharon area against draft dodgers' arrests, causing massive traffic jams.

On the day of the strike

Haifa Bar Association hosts family fun day

While thousands of businesses closed today in solidarity with the families of hostages, the Haifa District Bar Association held a 'day of fun' for the families of lawyers.

NYC couple refuses to let anti-Israel protest stop their wedding

Couple declares 'nothing can stop love' after overcoming a loud anti-Israel protest that was staged right outside their wedding venue.

Politicians respond to protests:

'Solidarity for our hostages turned into a political campaign'

Israeli politicians respond to country-wide protests for hostages in Gaza, saying that protesters are turning solidarity for our precious hostages into a political campaign and strengthening Hamas.

Education Min.

'Politics won't be allowed to enter schools'

Education Minister Yoav Kisch wrote that teachers and educators who participated in a video demanding an end to the war would be summoned to answer for their actions.

Drought, mismanagement

Iran's water crisis reaches new heights

A sharp decline in rainfall, misallocation of water, and outdated infrastructure have brought Iran to a severe water crisis. More than 2,000 villages are receiving water via tankers, and residents are protesting against the government, while the Iranian president warns of an "unimaginable situation."

Tel Aviv allows protest tent against famine in Gaza

A tent set up in Dizengoff Square is causing public outrage with lectures against Israel, fasting in support of Gaza residents, and propaganda aligning with Hamas narratives.

NYC

Anti-Israel mob clashes with police at Grand Central Terminal

Protesters from Within Our Lifetime demonstration fightwith police during attempt to break into Grand Central Terminal.

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Israeli singer hits back at pro-Palestinian protester

Regina Spektor decided to take a direct approach to the hecklers during a concert in Portland.

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Driver of humanitarian aid truck drags teen over road

At Dimona protest, teen protester tries to block aid truck to Gaza, driver drags him over the road; police beat young girls attending protest.

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Wounded soldiers demand decisive victory

Soldiers injured in Gaza set up a protest tent opposite the Knesset, demanding the government bring the war to an end.

Over Gaza protest

Columbia expels, suspends students

Columbia University issues mass suspensions, expulsions, and other penalties for students involved in a pro-Palestinian Arab protest in May.

London:

66 arrested at protest supporting banned anti-Israel group

UK police arrest 66 people during a London protest supporting Palestine Action, now banned as a terrorist group.

Whitewashing Anti-Israel campus protests

Where outsiders saw antisemitism, violence, and disruption of expensive educations, Brown and other "insiders" uniformly praise the protesting students for their bravery and deny that they are antisemitic. Opinion.

Dagestan protest

Russia jails 135 over mass anti-Israel airport protest

Russian courts sentence 135 individuals to prison for their roles in an October 2023 anti-Israel protest at Makhachkala airport in Dagestan. Three alleged organizers remain at large.

Anti-Israel protester arrested at Tour de France

Anti-Israel protester arrested at the Tour de France after disrupting the 11th stage in Toulouse.

Israeli Druze protest in solidarity with Syrian brethren

Druze citizens of Israel demonstrate in multiple locations and block a major highway in call for the Israeli government to do more to protect Syria's Druze community from attacks by the Syrian government.

UK crackdown:

Over 70 arrested in protests for Palestine Action

Over 70 individuals arrested across the UK in a second week of protests against the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist group.

Protest turns violent

Hundreds protest outside Binyamin Brigade headquarters

Hundreds protest outside the Binyamin Brigade headquarters after a 14-year-old was shot Friday night. Protesters chant, “A resident of Judea and Samaria is not an enemy.” IDF says the gathering turned violent.

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Protesters attempt to block roads in Tel Aviv, seven arrested

Following a protest in Rabin Square, dozens of demonstrators march through unauthorized routes, attempting to block major roads. Police disperse the crowd and arrest seven for disturbing public order.`

My protest against protests

Do those protestors blocking roads care more about the hostages than the tired soldier who has been fighting for 400 days in reserves and is waiting, half asleep in his battered car, to get back home to see his family? Opinion.

LA mayor imposes curfew amid escalating unrest

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass issues a curfew for downtown LA following a "tipping point" of looting and vandalism.

Hundreds of US Marines mobilized to support National Guard in LA

Over 700 US Marines mobilized to support National Guard troops in Los Angeles amid protests, in the largest such deployment since 1992.

Marines deployed to LA amid immigration protests

As Los Angeles faces escalating immigration protests, the Pentagon deploys 700 Marines. California Attorney General announces lawsuit against Trump, accusing him of "trampling" state sovereignty.

DOJ:

Columbia protester accused of ties to Hamas military wing

The US Justice Department accused a protester who took part in anti-Israel protests at Columbia U. and assaulted Jews in New York of having ties to the al-Qassam Brigades.

Hostages' families block Gaza aid trucks in protest

Tzav 9 activists and hostages' families block humanitarian aid trucks at Kerem Shalom, demanding Israel stop supplies that benefit Hamas.

Rare species at risk?

Jerusalem residents battle plan threatening key nature zone

Residents warn a massive school project could destroy trees, wildlife, and a vital stream; city insists it’s legal and eco-monitored. Over 10,000 sign petition to halt the plan.

Protesters block Gaza aid trucks at Ashdod port

Dozens of Tzav 9 and reservist activists obstruct humanitarian aid shipments to Gaza, demanding no supplies pass through until Hamas releases Israeli hostages. 'Every truck prolongs the war.'

London:

Jewish man arrested for satirical Hezbollah sign

Jewish man arrested by London's Metropolitan Police for briefly displaying a satirical placard depicting former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, sparking accusations of "two-tier policing."

Reservists draw the line:

Gaza aid blocked at Kerem Shalom Crossing

In bold pre-dawn move, dozens of Israeli reservists and activists shut down the Kerem Shalom Crossing, vowing to halt all aid to Gaza until the hostages are freed. 'Every truck prolongs the war, this isn’t aid — it’s ammunition.' Watch.

Adams to Columbia protesters:

'Breaking the law is wrong, exit now or face arrest'

New York City Mayor Eric Adams condemns anti-Israel protest at Columbia University, where masked demonstrators overtook Butler Library, says that while peaceful protest is protected, lawlessness and hate will not be tolerated.

University of Washington:

Violent anti-Israel protest prompts federal antisemitism probe

30 arrested after anti-Israel protesters take over science building at set fires on campus during protest.

Leftist activist indicted for indecent act on policewomen

Eyal Yaffe was indicted on charges of illegal gathering, obstructing a police officer in the performance of their duty, and an indecent act after he was filmed clinging to a female officer during a demonstration.

9 anti-Israel protestors arrested at Swarthmore College

Police break up anti-Israel protest on Pennsylvania college campus after concerns arise over mask-wearing, presence of non-students at the protest.

Incitement at left-wing protest in Tel Aviv

A provocative display at a left-wing protest in Tel Aviv features severed heads resembling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Likud party responds: "Where are [Shin Bet chief] Ronen Bar and the Attorney General?"

During US visit:

Pro-Palestinian protesters attack Israeli minister

Pro-Palestinian protesters attempt to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir as he exits Yale speech; Ben Gvir uninjured.

IRON Initiative head:

'Qatar is worse than Iran, Israel doesn't understand this yet'

Rabbi Pini Dunner, President of the IRON Initiative, spoke with Arutz Sheva about the efforts to confront antisemitism in the US and how Qatar has used its vast wealth to blind officials in US and Israel to the threat it poses.

Morocco:

Protesters rally against ship carrying F-35 parts to Israel

Over 1,000 demonstrators gather in Moroccan port city of Tangier to oppose the arrival of a ship reportedly transporting parts for American-made F-35 fighter jets destined for Israel.

One dead as violent anti-KFC protests rock Pakistan over Gaza war

Widespread anti-KFC protests in Pakistan, fueled by anger over the war in Gaza, lead to dozens of arrests and the fatal shooting of an employee in Sheikhupura. Demonstrators accuse the chain of links to the US and Israel.

Over anti-Israel protest

Microsoft terminates two employees

Two Microsoft employees dismissed after disrupting the company’s 50th anniversary celebration to protest its AI collaboration with the Israeli military.

Protester who harassed policewoman indicted on weapons charges

An indictment was filed against Eyal Yaffe for illegal possession of weapons and ammunition in his home. Among the items were stun and gas grenades, a Kalashnikov, and a submachine gun.

'Name the trustee'

Columbia students chain themselves to fence in support of Khalil

Students state they will not move until Columbia U. reveals who provided the name of CUAD leader Mahmoud Khalil to ICE, demand Khalil's release.

'I'm a radical leftist?'

Protest march of bereaved families for enlistment

Hagai Luber and Leli Dery, the parents of fallen soldiers, responded to the claims that the protest march of the bereaved parents 'Marching for Conscription' that is taking place today.

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Police drag MK Naama Lazimi during protest near Knesset

Police documented dragging MK Naama Lazimi (The Democrats) during a left-wing protest near the Knesset.

Pikachu flees police during anti-Erdogan protest in Turkey

Person in Pokemon costume seen fleeing police together with hundreds of other protesters during protest against arrest of Istanbul Mayor and Erdogan rival Ekrem Imamoglu/

Gaza “protests”: the Western mind desperate for a fantasy

The “protests” we saw on the streets of Gaza this week, comical in their theatricality, are designed not to save Hamas, but to save “Muslim land” from falling into infidel - read Jewish - hands, Opinion.

Guns found in home of protester suspected of sexual harassement

A protester arrested on suspicion of sexually harrassing a Border Police officer was found to have illegal firearms and ammunition in his home and a GPS locator on his person.

Zvi Yehezkeli:

'Hamas engineered the protests in the Gaza Strip'

Arab affairs commentator Zvi Yehezkeli estimates that even if there are Gazans who are angry with Hamas, one cannot suspect that they will assist Israel.

House probes US funding to groups tied to Israel protests

Two House committees investigating six organizations that received federal funding under the Biden administration, examining whether the grants were used to influence Netanyahu’s political standing during the judicial reform protests.

Jerusalem's protests reach Knesset

MK Dan Illouz demands urgent Knesset meeting, says disruption to lives of Jerusalem's residents cannot continue.

Protesters outside justice's home:

'Enough interference in government decisions'

Im Tirtzu activists protest outside home of Supreme Court Justice Gila Canfy Steinitz, demanding she cease interference in government decisions. 'In a sane world, ISA chief would have stepped down or been fired a day after the massacre.'

IDF Spox mocks Al Jazeera:

'When it’s against Hamas – there are no cameras'

IDF Spokesperson for Arab media, Avichay Adraee, criticizes Qatari channel for ignoring protests that broke out in the Gaza Strip against Hamas’ rule.

Gazans protest against Hamas, demand an end to the war

Hundreds of Gazans take to the streets in the largest of its kind protest against Hamas since the October 7 massacre.