Thousands of Israelis took to the streets on Saturday evening to protest the government of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This is despite new legislation passed last week that imposes restrictions on demonsrations. Fifteen people have been arrested in the capital Tel Aviv.
The new legislation prevents protesters from continuing to demonstrate a mile from their homes. According to the government, the measure is to stimulate social distancing, but according to critics it is a blow to freedom of expression.
Protesters criticize Netanyahu’s policies on the corona crisis and his charges for corruption. He denies corrupt practices.
Thousands of people gathered in Israel’s Tel Aviv, and small groups of people have taken to the streets across the country. In Tel Aviv, protesters have clashed with police and tried to block streets.
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