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Nationwide Protests in Israel Demand Inquiry into October Massacre

11/16/2025

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Anti-government protests are nationwide in Israel, with demonstrators demanding a state commission of inquiry into the October 7, 2023 massacre.
Rallies are in Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Kiryat Gat, featuring former police and judicial leaders, ex-hostages, and bereaved families.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his coalition oppose establishing a commission until after the war, citing bias by a Supreme Court chief.
Activists also call for the return of hostages' bodies.

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Anti-government protests are nationwide in Israel, with demonstrators demanding a state commission of inquiry into the October 7, 2023 massacre.
Rallies are in Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Kiryat Gat, featuring former police and judicial leaders, ex-hostages, and bereaved families.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his coalition oppose establishing a commission until after the war, citing bias by a Supreme Court chief.
Activists also call for the return of hostages' bodies.