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Anti-War Protests Erupt in Israel Amid Missile Threats

4/5/2026

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On April 4, 2026, anti-war protests erupted across Israel, including Tel Aviv, despite restrictions due to ongoing missile threats from Iran.
The High Court of Justice allowed gatherings in Tel Aviv, but police declared the main demonstration unlawful and dispersed the crowd, with 17 arrests.
Protesters accused the government of exploiting the war for political gain, while Sephardic Chief Rabbi David Yosef condemned the ruling as endangering public safety.

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On April 4, 2026, anti-war protests erupted across Israel, including Tel Aviv, despite restrictions due to ongoing missile threats from Iran.
The High Court of Justice allowed gatherings in Tel Aviv, but police declared the main demonstration unlawful and dispersed the crowd, with 17 arrests.
Protesters accused the government of exploiting the war for political gain, while Sephardic Chief Rabbi David Yosef condemned the ruling as endangering public safety.