Thousands protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu


A man with protective face mask amid concerns over the country’s coronavirus outbreak, holds a sign during a protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv, Israel, Sunday, April 19, 2020. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)

OAN Newsroom
UPDATED 10:51 AM PT — Sunday, April 26, 2020

Israeli citizens are protesting against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Around 2,000 demonstrators took to the streets of Tel Aviv this week and called for him to step down.

According to protesters, Netanyahu shouldn’t be in power while criminal corruption charges are pending against him.

This came after the prime minister and his challenger, Benny Gantz, formed an emergency coalition government to tackle the pandemic earlier this week. Protesters believe the move still isn’t enough.

“I came to demonstrate for the democracy, for a rule that is not by someone who is accused, who has issues with the law,” stated one demonstrator. “The person has issues with the law cannot rule a government.”

People keep social distance amid concerns over the country’s coronavirus outbreak, during “Black Flag” protest against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and government corruption, at Rabin square in Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday, April 25, 2020. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)

Protesters have said as long as Netanyahu is still in power, he has influence over the court in his own criminal investigation. He’s expected to stand trial next week on charges of bribery, breach of trust and fraud.

READ MORE: Explainer: Netanyahu Hangs On In Unity Government In Deal After Inconclusive Israeli Elections





Source link

Michael
Author: Michael

Handsome Devil..... and Smart too.

About Michael '"> 1613 Articles
Handsome Devil..... and Smart too.

Be the first to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.


*