On Monday night, an anti-government protest in Jerusalem led to the arrest of at least nine individuals, as reported by an Israeli police spokesperson. The arrests were made on various charges, including attacking policemen, causing disruption, and attempting to set fires. Several police officers sustained minor injuries during the protest.
The demonstration, which took place on Azza Street in Jerusalem, attracted thousands of participants. The situation escalated when some protesters tried to breach police barriers to approach the residence of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, located near the Israeli Knesset.
Due to the protest turning into a violent riot, a police officer deemed it illegal and ordered the dispersal of the crowd. This incident is part of a series of anti-government protests that have been ongoing since October 7. The protesters are demanding the Netanyahu government to finalize a deal for the release of all hostages held in Gaza and to hold early elections in Israel.
