Israeli media reported that Israeli protesters blocked major roads this morning in the cities of Jerusalem and Herzliya, demanding elections. Protests are scheduled to continue in other areas.
The media reported that the demonstrations included blocking Highway 1 leading to Highway 16 in Jerusalem. According to the Hebrew site Walla, other protesters blocked Highway 2 in Herzliya, disrupted traffic at the Gazit Junction on Highway 65 to the south, and at the Yavor Junction near Acre.
Activists and journalists posted various scenes of the ongoing protests on the platform X for the second consecutive day. According to Walla, the protests are expected to continue throughout the day, with an evening demonstration planned in front of the Knesset, followed by a protest march towards the Prime Minister’s residence on Gaza Street in Jerusalem.
The current wave of protests is driven by demands for new elections amidst political turmoil in Israel. Protesters are expressing dissatisfaction with the current government’s policies and leadership, particularly under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
These protests occur in a broader context of political instability and controversy in Israel. The calls for elections come amid ongoing debates over judicial reforms and governance issues, which have polarized the Israeli public and political sphere.
Israel has a history of protests impacting major urban areas, often reflecting deep societal divisions. Previous significant protests include those over economic issues, security policies, and corruption allegations against political leaders.
