Demonstrations

The goal of demonstrations in general, and mass demonstrations in particular, is to mold the identity of the individual and to strengthen identification with the group and its goals.

The question remains whether Netanyahu really supports the conquest of Gaza, is being pressured by his extreme right coalition partners, or is trying to persuade Hamas to adopt more flexible stance.

Protests began in Indonesia's capital Jakarta this week over lawmakers' pay, escalating on Friday after a police armored vehicle hit and killed the driver of a ride-hailing motorbike.

The activists are calling on the prime minister to implement the proposed hostage release agreement.

Haredi protesters have frequently posted outside of Beit Lid base due to the military prison within the base.

The appeal follows a social media video showing a demonstration outside Tomer Bar’s home, in which he is seen shaking hands with a protester holding anti-government signage.

"If you occupy parts of the Gaza Strip and hostages are murdered, we will pursue you. Your hands will be stained with the blood of the hostages!”

The ruling followed a civil lawsuit filed by the two demonstrators, who alleged they were assaulted during a protest in Caesarea.

Among the participants at the rally at Tel Aviv's Hostage Square were former hostages and soldiers who were wounded during the war.

Sisi is not reacting to public dissent and support; he is attempting to direct it. The pressure is real, and this political theater is Sisi’s answer. 

Some signs held at the protest read in Arabic, “Enough killing…Enough silence and inaction. The occupation continues its massacre with American support.”