Protests against the firing of Yoav Gallant
| Protests against the firing of Yoav Gallant | |
|---|---|
| Part of 2024 Israeli protests | |
| Date | November 5 – ongoing |
| Location | |
| Caused by | The dismissal of defense minister Yoav Gallant |
Protests against the firing of Yoav Gallant or Gallant Night 2 started on 5 November 2024 when Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired defense minister Yoav Gallant. Following his dismissal, the Israeli opposition called for people to protest across Israel.[1][2]
Timeline
[edit]5 November
[edit]Protesters blocked the main road in Tel Aviv and also set fires around the area. Protesters also gathered in Jerusalem and clashed in front of Benjamin Netanyahu's residence.[3] The protesters chanted the 2023 Israeli judicial reform protests' motto "Democracy or Revolution".[4]
These protests are considered illegal in Israel as they pass the threshold limit of 2,000 people for protests and demonstrations.[5]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "'Gallant Night II': Tens of thousands protest in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem against DM's firing". The Jerusalem Post. November 5, 2024.
- ^ "Israel's Netanyahu dismisses his defense minister as wars rage. Protests erupt across country". Associated Press. November 5, 2024 – via Yahoo News.
- ^ "Skirmishes between police and demonstrators outside Netanyahu's residence". The Times of Israel.
- ^ "'Take to the streets': Opposition calls for protests across Israel after Gallant's firing". The Jerusalem Post. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2024-11-05.
- ^ "Thousands blocking Tel Aviv highway to protest 'traitor' Netanyahu". The Times of Israel.