Protests in Israel and strike called amid eruption of outrage over Gaza war
Tens of thousands take to streets as anger rises at Netanyahu government after deaths of six hostagesTens of thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Sunday night and a general strike was called for the country amid an eruption of public outrage over the government’s handling of the war in Gaza after the deaths of six hostages being held deep underground by Hamas.The discovery of the hostages’ bodies in Gaza over the weekend threatened to bring tensions over the war to a boiling point. An estimated 100,000 protested in Tel Aviv while others demonstrated in Jerusalem as pressure on the prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, to reach a ceasefire deal to bring the remaining hostages home reached a new peak. Continue reading...
https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/sep/01/protests-israel-strike-eruption-outrage-gaza-war
The public outrage in Israel over the mishandling of the Gaza war and the tragic deaths of six hostages has reached a boiling point, leading to massive protests and a general strike. The Israeli government's failure to secure a ceasefire deal and bring the hostages home has fueled anger towards Prime Minister BENJAMIN NETANYAHU. The strike is a powerful statement against the government's inaction and a demand for accountability. Families of the hostages are rightfully demanding action and closure, emphasizing the urgent need for a resolution to prevent further loss of life. The call for peace must be embraced by all Israelis who value life and human dignity above all else.