Protests against dismissal of defense minister begin in Israel

Protests against dismissal of defense minister begin in Israel

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Protests erupted in Israel after Defense Minister Yoav Gallant was dismissed due to a “lack of mutual trust.” Police detained protesters in Jerusalem and Haifa, and the business community criticized the decision.

Massive protests break out in Israel after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismisses Defense Minister Yoav Gallant due to a “lack of mutual trust.” Police arrested protesters in Jerusalem and Haifa. This was reported by The Times of Israel, according to UNN.

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Law enforcement officers detained at least three people in Jerusalem for “attacking police and breaking through barriers” where protesters gathered near Netanyahu's residence, police said in a statement. In Haifa, police arrested two people.

Some of the protesters fought with the police and at some point began marching toward the highway to obstruct traffic,

- the police said in a statement.

A forum of two hundred of Israel's leading businesses says that the dismissal of the defense minister in the midst of war is a “dangerous step.” They believe that the newly appointed head of the defense ministry, Israel Katz, who previously served as foreign minister, has “no security experience.

This is a huge blow to the civil service community and a reward for our enemies,

- the forum warns.

Recall

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed Defense Minister Yoav Galant over disagreements on the conduct of the war. Foreign Minister Israel Katz was appointed in his place.