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Thousands Protest Across Israel Against Government's Controversial Legislative Blitz

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Thousands Protest Across Israel Against Government's Controversial Legislative Blitz

First reported by Ynet · 5 hours ago

What happened

Thousands protested across Israel on Saturday against the government's rapid passage of controversial laws weakening the judiciary and media. The main rally in Tel Aviv featured speeches condemning a political deal granting draft dodgers immunity in exchange for judicial and media control. Organizers filed Supreme Court petitions, and protests spread nationwide as the Knesset nears dissolution.

  • 01Thousands protested nationwide against the government's last-minute controversial legislation before Knesset dissolution.
  • 02Main protest at Tel Aviv's Habima Square featured speeches from bereaved families and retired military officials.
  • 03Coalition passed laws on Torah study, draft dodger immunity, media control, and weakening the Attorney General.
  • 04Protesters called the deal 'draft evasion in exchange for a coup' involving ultra-Orthodox parties.
  • 05Movement for Quality Government filed Supreme Court petitions, with some laws already suspended.
  • 06Demonstrations reflect public backlash as legal challenges continue ahead of elections.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Thousands Protest Across Israel Against Government's Controversial Legislative Blitz
YnetCenter · Hebrew5 hours ago
Hundreds Protest Against Government Across Multiple Locations in Northern Israel

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