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Israel Protests Erupt for Hostage Release; 38 Arrested

8/17/2025

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Protests across Israel on August 17, 2025, called for the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Demonstrators blocked major highways, including Highway 1.
President Isaac Herzog publicly supported the hostages' release.
Police arrested 38 protesters and deployed water cannons to disperse crowds in Jerusalem.

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Story summary

Protests across Israel on August 17, 2025, called for the release of hostages held by Hamas.
Demonstrators blocked major highways, including Highway 1.
President Isaac Herzog publicly supported the hostages' release.
Police arrested 38 protesters and deployed water cannons to disperse crowds in Jerusalem.