Protests against Israeli government’s “judicial reform” continue into week nine

In Israel, the government has been protesting for weeks over the judiciary. In Israel, Protesters say the sweeping changes forced through parliament will undermine judicial independence and threaten democracy.

Regarding the protests, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrote on Twitter: “The right to protest is not the right to anarchy.” he said. As the demonstrations entered the ninth week, the people again took to the streets.

Demonstrations in Tel Aviv and elsewhere on Saturday night began peacefully. However, later a brawl broke out between the protesters and the police.