Antiwar Rallies by Palestinian Citizens of Israel
Palestinian citizens of Israel are starting to hold antiwar rallies after six months of fighting in Gaza, with voices growing louder in opposition to the war.
Key Points
- Hundreds of Palestinian citizens of Israel arrested for questioning the war in Gaza
- Anti-war demonstrations were quashed after the brutal Hamas attack in October
- Association for Civil Rights in Israel documented hundreds of arrests of people speaking out against the war
- Efforts to express dissent and oppose the war are growing, with some success in organizing anti-war rallies
Pros
- Increased expression of dissent and opposition to the war in Gaza
- Efforts to demand a ceasefire agreement and prevent humanitarian crisis in Gaza
Cons
- Perilous environment for expressing antiwar views, leading to arrests and suppression
- Fear and tension among Palestinian citizens of Israel due to armed civilians and gun laws