protests

Security officer fired during protest, may remain under arrest

Kibbutz Hatzerim stands behind security officer who fired into the air, cursed, during right-wing protest in southern Israel.

The sun rose today

Life goes on as protesters continue to think they have to destroy democracy and become permanent rulers in order to save democracy. Op-ed.

Gantz tweets against violence, Smotrich retweets

Benny Gantz condemns violence on both sides of the protests. Smotrich shares the former Defense Minister's words.

White House to Israel:

'Respect the right of peaceful assembly'

US comments on incidents of violence during protests against the judicial reform: There is a significant debate in Israel.

Violent protests:

10 officers injured, water cannon used to disperse demonstrators

Protesters throw bottles at police officers. Demonstrators block Ayalon Highway, police use water cannon to disperse them.

Serious incident:

Security officer fires in the air during right-wing protest

Resident of Kibbutz Hatzerim curses protester at right-wing demonstration, fires in the air near the other demonstrators.

Several injured after vehicle rams protesters

Police officers arrest driver who rammed into protesters, causing light injuries; MK Lapid blames ramming on 'direct incitement' by PM.

In first:

Man who refused to serve in political protest is punished

Man who protested judicial reform by refusing to show up for reserve duty is tried and fined.

Watch: Clashes on Jerusalem highway

Clashes erupt between protesters and police on Begin highway in Jerusalem.

'Siege on the Knesset'

Anti-government protesters attempt to block entrance to Knesset

Protesters claim that 'for the first time in the country's history, all four gates to the Knesset are blocked. '

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Pro-reform, anti-reform protestors shake hands in train station

Demonstrators from different sides reach out to each other at Tel Aviv train station.

Anti-government protests:

Demonstrators arrested after trying to block roads

Protesters continue to demonstrate, try to block roads in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Eight protesters arrested in clashes with police.

Gallant:

'I'm working to achieve consensus on judicial reform'

Defense Minister confirms he is seeking compromises on Reasonableness Standard Bill following pilots' protest.

Survey shows split opinion on use of force against protesters

A new survey shows the nation split on whether police are using enough force to control the protests in Tel Aviv.

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Anti-reform protesters demonstrate in front of Herzog

Activists against judicial reform demonstrate as President Herzog attends event of the Jewish communities in New York.

Ben-Gurion University refuses to allow pro-reform protest

The University allowed students to miss class for an anti-reform protest, but would not make the same accommodation for a pro-reform rally.

Iraq:

Protesters set Swedish embassy in Baghdad on fire

Hundreds of protesters storm Swedish embassy in Baghdad and set it on fire. No embassy staff harmed.

Anti-government protests:

Civilian who activated train's emergency brakes may face lawsuit

Transportation Ministry may file civil suit against civilian who activated train's emergency brakes during anti-government protest.

Anti-government protest: Healthcare system holds partial strike

Healthcare system to strike for two hours in protest of judicial reform. Likud MK: 'They took thousands of doctors captive.'

Anti-reform protests:

Clashes in Tel Aviv, Ben Gvir arrives at Ayalon Highway

Police say anti-government protesters endangering people's lives by blocking train doors and platforms. 45 arrested.

Protester arrested for breaking flag over officer's head

A protester against the judicial reform smashed a flagpole over a police officer's head and was arrested.

Protester suffers injuries in accident as 19 arrested

In anti-gov't protest on highway, woman exits vehicle, is hit by passing vehicle. Police remove right-wing activists from near A-G's home.

Healthcare system to hold warning strike on Wednesday

Israel Medical Association says strike will be held as per emergency protocol, for a few hours and for non-urgent services.

Strengthening Israel’s enemies

Protest demonstrations are giving our enemies renewed motivation and hope. Op-ed.

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Right-wing protesters demonstrate near Attorney General's home

Right-wing protesters demonstrated near the home of A-G Gali Baharav-Miara. Police arrived immediately, threatening to remove them by force.

Anti-government protesters attempt to disrupt train operations

Anti-government protesters block roads, protest at train stations; right-wing activists come out in counter-protest.

Anti-reform protesters plan to disrupt apps and websites

Hi-Tech Protest organization to disrupt websites and applications during Tuesday's “day of disruption”.

Protestor who hit minister with flag indicted

Female protestor who struck Agriculture Minister Avi Dichter during anti-government demonstration formally indicted.

Clashes erupt as anti-government protesters block highway

Group of anti-government protesters tries to block highway by using barricades, sparking clashes.

Likud minister:

'We have an Attorney General who supports the protest'

Min. David Amsalem slams AG Baharav-Miara, says 'she's Attorney General for the protest, not for the government.'

PM Netanyahu:

'Unthinkable' for group in military to threaten elected gov't

PM Netanyahu: 'In a democracy, the military is subject to the government, in a military regime, the government is subject to the army.'

'Police must prevent protests at train stations, no matter what'

Energy Min. demands police 'use all means necessary' to ensure freedom of movement for commuters.

Reservists from elite unit:

'We won't volunteer if judicial reform moves forward'

Reservists from Sayeret Matkal commando unit announce plans to stop showing up for duty in protest against government’s judicial reform.

Anti-government protests:

89 police files opened, 0 indictments

Police pass 89 files from anti-government protests to Prosecutor's Office, but so far there have been no indictments.

Protestors block roads near US embassy branch

Anti-govt. protestors accuse Netanyahu of harming US-Israel relationship, also protest outside Caesarea home.

Watch: Dozens protest outside Prime Minister's Residence

'The reform begins and ends with Netanyahu,' Students Protest says.

Protest leaders announce another day of disruption

Anti-judicial reform activists accuse govt. of bringing Israel 'closer to the abyss.'

Minister Silman to protesters:

'Don't engage in a discourse of silencing'

Environmental Protection Minister fires back after activists disrupt her speech at a conference in Tel Aviv.

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Protesters demonstrate in front of Ben Gvir at a restaurant

Demonstrators disrupt private meal of Minister Itamar Ben Gvir and his wife Ayala.

Right-wing protest moved away from Attorney General's home

Right-wing activists protest near Attorney General Baharav-Miara's home, are distanced from scene by police officers.

MK Rothman:

'The demonstrators are protesting democracy'

MK Simcha Rothman says demonstrators either "don't know what they're talking about or are just trying to deceive the public."

'Day of Disruption'

Thousands demonstrate, singer Aviv Geffen detained

Protestors block roads in Tel Aviv as anti-judicial reform demonstrations continue. 120 demonstrators arrested.

White House issues rare statement on protests in Israel

White House calls on Israel to "respect the right of peaceful assembly" amid protests against judicial reform.

Bnei Brak:

Coca-Cola truck blocked over CEO's support for protests

Protest held outside Coca-Cola factory after CEO makes social media post in support of anti-government protestors.

Israeli influencer calls for end to protests

Influencer Natalie Dadon told protesters on Instagram: 'Stop, for the sake of everyone's sanity.'

Thousands protest judicial reform at airport, 2 arrested

Protests over 'reasonableness standard' bill to continue well into the evening hours.

Protests at Ben Gurion airport were approved by Attorney General

A-G Baharav-Miara: 'Ben Gurion is a public space.' Transportation Min. Regev: 'Ben Gurion is not a mall, it is a strategic national asset.'

Anti-reform protests:

Channel 14 reporter attacked, equipment stolen

Atti Shalev, a Channel 14 reporter who came to cover the protests in Tel Aviv, was attacked by protesters.

'Day of Disruptions':

42 protesters arrested as protesters clash with police officers

Opponents of proposed judicial reform burn tires, light torches, and block emergency vehicles in 'Day of Disruptions.'

Religious and secular Jews hold prayer 'protest' near MK's home

'Day of disruptions': Religious & secular Jews who oppose judicial reform hold morning prayers outside home of MK Danny Danon in Ra'anana.

Watch: Protesters rush onto main highway

Opponents of Israel's judicial reform gather on the sides of the road & rush onto Route 1 to block vehicles the moment a giant sign is hung.

'Day of Disruption': Police evacuate 'Tent City'

Hundreds of protests blocked off a major junction in the center of the country, burning tires and obstructing traffic.

'Day of Disruption' underway:

Protesters set up tents in Herzliya, block traffic

Demonstrations will be held in hundreds of locations across the country and many traffic jams are expected.

IDF issues instructions to handle reservists who refuse to serve

For the first time, commanders have been given instructions on how to handle refusal to serve as part of a protest against the government.

Ministers demand A-G give answers on selective enforcement

Attorney General opposes Cabinet even discussing issue of selective enforcement against anti-judicial reform protests.

'All nighter' outside Gallant's home

Reservists hold nighttime protest outside the home of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

Protest organizers threaten unprecedented protests

Protesters against the judicial reform have threatened protests of unprecedented scale and severity if the reasonableness clause is reduced.

Pakistan:

Muslims protest Quran burning in Sweden

Muslims hold rallies following Prime Minister's call for anti-Sweden protests over burning of Quran in Stockholm.

Violence during protest:

Two arrested during anti-government protest in Omer

Two people arrested on suspicion of attacking protesters outside the home of MK Shalom Danino in the town of Omer in southern Israel.

A-G: Govt. can't influence law enforcement in protests

Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara criticizes PM for holding discussion on law enforcement system's response to anti-govt. protests.