Israelis His Streets Protest “Corrupt” Netanyahu Government
Few Israeli protesters claimed it was essential for them to do away with the occupation of Palestine to fight graft.
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Several thousand protesters gathered in Tel Aviv on the night of 30 December, the fifth of such Saturday nights, asserting their stance against corruption and calling for the imprisonment of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
“Traitor-Yuhu”
One protester carried a sign reading “Traitor-Yahu” on one side, and “Parasite-Yahu,” on the other, reported the Times of Israel.
According to the Times of Israel report, at the previous Tel Aviv event, one protester had paraded with a cardboard guillotine. The sign, however, was condemned by Israeli lawmakers and was seen by President Reuven Rivlin as incitement.
Doing Away With The Occupation of Palestine to Do Away With Corruption
A few protesters also mentioned the occupation of Palestine, alleging that Israel is a morally corrupt state and that in order to do away with corruption it is essential for them to do away with the occupation of Palestine.
Above Party Politics
The protesters claim they are above party politics. The latest round of protests came only a little after Knessent passed a law preventing police investigators from informing prosecutors whether they believe there are reasons for indicting suspected public officials.
Police officials informed The Times of Israel that the police plans to recommend that Netanyahu stand trial in two criminal cases currently open against him over suspicions that he received illegal gifts and favors from businessmen in return for advancing their interest. The Prime Minister, however, has denied all wrongdoings.
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