Hundreds of Israelis convene in Tel Aviv to demanding prisoner exchange agreement
Date
7/22/2024 8:05:10 AM
(MENAFN) Hundreds of Israelis convened at Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv to demand a prisoner exchange agreement, coinciding with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's impending trip to Washington. The demonstrators called for Netanyahu to postpone his visit until he secures the release of 120 Israeli prisoners held by Palestinian resistance groups in Gaza. The presence of relatives of these prisoners among the protesters underscored the personal stakes involved in their demands.
A substantial Police force was stationed at the airport to manage the demonstration and potentially disperse the crowd, as reported by Hebrew television channel "Was." This protest is part of a larger wave of dissatisfaction, marked by clashes between Netanyahu's supporters and opponents in Tel Aviv. The demonstrators are pressing not only for the completion of the prisoner exchange deal but also for the ousting of Netanyahu's government.
Simultaneously, a significant number of Israelis have assembled outside Netanyahu's residence in Jerusalem, echoing the calls for a prisoner exchange deal before his departure to Washington. They are also demanding early elections, reflecting a growing political crisis and widespread discontent with the current administration.
Netanyahu's visit to Washington, set to begin on Monday, marks his first trip to the United States since forming his government in December 2022. During this visit, he is scheduled to meet with President Joe Biden on Tuesday and address Congress on Wednesday. These protests highlight the significant domestic pressure Netanyahu faces as he prepares for these crucial diplomatic engagements.
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