Israeli protesters, decrying corruption, keep pressure on Netanyahu
Thousands of people protested in Jerusalem al-Quds on Saturday (August 23) against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and the summer outcry denouncing alleged corruption and the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic showed little signs of abating.
A large crowd marched in the streets outside Netanyahu's official residence, waving signs and flags and calling for his resignation. Some protesters clashed with police, who arrested at least seven people. One police officer was injured.
The protest movement has gained traction in the summer months, with critics accusing Netanyahu of being distracted by a corruption case against him while COVID-19 cases have spiked. He denies wrongdoing.
On Friday (August 22) Israel passed 100,000 reported coronavirus cases. It has recorded 809 COVID-19 deaths among its 9 million population. Israel is in a recession and unemployment hovers above 20%.
(Source: Reuters)
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