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Thousands of women, dressed in red, formed human chains on Wednesday to protest against the planned judicial overhaul of the right-wing Israeli government that would strictly limit the powers of the judiciary.&nbsp;

Several sectyions of Israeli society have joined the weekly protests against the plans of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to limit the ability of Supreme Court to rule against the executive and the legislature, while giving decisive powers to lawmakers in appointment of judges.&nbsp;

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Marking the International Women's Day, the women joined the protests at the popular Tel Aviv beach-front promenade, while clapping and chanting "democracy".&nbsp;

&nbsp;"It's supposed to be a happy day that we celebrate our rights but now we need to protest again," said Moran Katzenstein at a demonstration in Jerusalem. "We all wear red and we show that we are drawing a red line and we will not allow this government to harm our rights,” she added.&nbsp;

The protesters waved signs reading "harming women's rights, not on our shift" and "women's struggle," as they demonstrated against the legislation, which was proposed by Netanyahu with his religious allies and right-wing groups last month.&nbsp;

On Monday, Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that a compromise in the judicial overhual plan of the government could be imminent, however, opposition leader Benny Gantz said that no negotiations will take place till the legislation is halted.

WATCH | Israel president says judicial compromise 'closer' as protests escalate

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"Agreements can be reached, compromise on democracy we cannot reach," Gantz stated. Women dressed in red stood in a line at the famous Tel Aviv beach-front promenade, while they clapped and chanted "democracy."&nbsp;

"We feel that every step of this reform is going to hurt women and take women's rights back," Adi Agasi-Shafir said. "We are going to be deprived of all the rights and achievements that we managed to get so far, it's really dangerous and we're not willing to accept that," Agasi-Shafir added.&nbsp;

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Thousands of women, dressed in red, formed human chains on Wednesday to protest against the planned judicial overhaul of the right-wing Israeli government that would strictly limit the powers of the judiciary.

Thousands of women, dressed in red, formed human chains on Wednesday to protest against the planned judicial overhaul of the right-wing Israeli government that would strictly limit the powers of the judiciary. Several sectyions of Israeli society have joined the weekly protests against the plans of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to limit the ability of Supreme Court to rule against the executive and the legislature, while giving decisive powers to lawmakers in appointment of judges. ALSO READ | Six Palestinians killed during Israel military raid in West Bank Marking the International Women's Day, the women joined the protests at the popular Tel Aviv beach-front promenade, while clapping and chanting "democracy". "It's supposed to be a happy day that we celebrate our rights but now we need to protest again," said Moran Katzenstein at a demonstration in Jerusalem. "We all wear red and we show that we are drawing a red line and we will not allow this government to harm our rights,” she added. The protesters waved signs reading "harming women's rights, not on our shift" and "women's struggle," as they demonstrated against the legislation, which was proposed by Netanyahu with his religious allies and right-wing groups last month. On Monday, Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that a compromise in the judicial overhual plan of the government could be imminent, however, opposition leader Benny Gantz said that no negotiations will take place till the legislation is halted. WATCH | Israel president says judicial compromise 'closer' as protests escalate "Agreements can be reached, compromise on democracy we cannot reach," Gantz stated. Women dressed in red stood in a line at the famous Tel Aviv beach-front promenade, while they clapped and chanted "democracy." "We feel that every step of this reform is going to hurt women and take women's rights back," Adi Agasi-Shafir said. "We are going to be deprived of all the rights and achievements that we managed to get so far, it's really dangerous and we're not willing to accept that," Agasi-Shafir added. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Women dressed in red form human chains to protest judicial overhaul in Israel

Troops from several elite military units in the Israel Defence Forces (IDF) have joined the protests against the overhaul of the judicial system planned by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, local media have reported.

Israel: More elite IDF troops join anti-Netanyahu protests

Israeli forces raided a refugee camp in the west bank city of Jenin on Tuesday, killing at least six Palestinian gunmen. Those killed included a Hamas gunman, suspected of fatally shooting two Israelis near the village of Huwara. Witnesses said fighting broke out after residents saw Israeli soldiers getting out of a furniture truck near a house on a hill overlooking the centre of the sprawling camp. The fighters immediately opened fire. In the ensuing gun battle, Israeli forces surrounded a house where the suspected gunman had barricaded himself with other fighters. A statement from the Israeli military said the soldiers used shoulder-fired missiles against the building. The Hamas gunman's sons were arrested in a raid at the same time on the city of Nablus. The violence has caused increasing fears of a repeat of the intifadas, or uprisings of the 1980s and early 2000s.

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At least six Palestinians killed in Israeli raid on Jenin refugee camp

Israeli forces raided a refugee camp in the West Bank city of Jenin on Tuesday, killing at least six Palestinian gunmen, including a Hamas member suspected of shooting dead two brothers from a Jewish settlement near the village of Huwara.

Israeli forces raid West Bank refugee camp

The Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh has said that his people are facing organised and systematic state terrorism. He also accused Israeli government of supporting and protecting colonialist gangs particularly in West Bank towns.

Palestine PM: Israel supports and protects colonialist gangs

Israel's elite fighter pilots are refusing to train in a show of protest against Benjamin Netanyahu's proposed judicial reforms. Can Israel afford a pilot's mutiny? Listen in to Molly Gambhir.

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Israeli President Isaac Herzog on Monday said a compromise in the government's judicial overhaul plan could be imminent even as protests against the reform continued to spread.

Israel president says judicial compromise 'closer' as protests escalate

Prime minister Netanyahu is under unprecedented pressure from his forces. Elite Israeli air force pilots vow to sit out training in protest. The Israel defense forces chief also warned that protests can spread in the ranks if the judicial bills are not withdrawn.

Elite Israeli defence pilots protest judicial reforms by boycotting reserve duty, training

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The UN nuclear watchdog and Iran are currently busy hammering out a plan. They're trying to loosen the deadlock over the 2015 nuclear deal while Tehran is showing signs of some compromise, the IAEA chief has put forth a ruling saying any attack on Iran's nuclear facility would be termed illegal and Israel was quick to react.

Netanyahu: Grossi is a worthy person who made an unworthy remark

More than 200-thousand people took to the streets across Israel on Saturday to protest against the laws being pushed by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In Tel Aviv alone, where weekend demonstrations have become customary, more than 160-thousand protesters carrying national flags and banners, marched and chanted slogans denouncing the reforms.

Israel: Clashes erupt during protests against judicial reforms, protesters clash with police

A day after the UN nuclear watchdog chief said that any military attack on a nuclear facility was illegal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed remarks by Raphael Grossi as "unworthy".

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) head Grossi, who was on a two-day visit to Iran, after meetings with Iranian officials, said in a press conference on Saturday that any military attack on a nuclear facility is an outlaw.&nbsp;

While denouncing Grossi's remarks, Israel, Iran's regional archrival, asserted that the country is "permitted" to defend itself.&nbsp;Speaking with his cabinet in televised remarks on Sunday, Netanyahu stated, "Rafael Grossi is a worthy person who made an unworthy remark."&nbsp;

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"Outside what law? Is it permissible for Iran, which openly calls for our destruction, to organise the tools of slaughter for our destruction? Are we forbidden from defending ourselves? We are obviously permitted to do this."

Tel Aviv has been calling out Europe and the United States for a firm stance against Iran in view of its nuclear programme advances.

Israel was also accused of launching attacks on Iranian nuclear and military facilities. A power failure occurred at Iran’s Natanz uranium enrichment site in April 2021 following an explosion at the facility. Iranian officials at the time blamed Israel for it.&nbsp;

Tehran also accused Israel of killing its top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh using a remote-controlled weapon.&nbsp;Rafael Grossi was in Iran for a two-day visit to hold discussions in an effort to persuade the nation to assist with an investigation into uranium traces discovered at undeclared sites.

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“I think any attack, any military attack on a nuclear facility is outlaw, is out of the normative structures that we all abide by," Grossi had said on Saturday.&nbsp;

“We certainly hope that we are going to be able to protect the nuclear power plant which is under threat now, which is [Ukraine’s] Zaporizhzhia,” Grossi said. “But this is valid and applicable to every nuclear facility in the world.”

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According to a classified IAEA assessment obtained by AFP this week, uranium particles up to 83.7 per cent enriched — just under the 90% needed to create an atomic bomb — had been found at Iran's subterranean Fordo site around 100 kilometres (60 miles) south of the capital.

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A day after the UN nuclear watchdog chief said that any military attack on a nuclear facility was illegal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed remarks by Raphael Grossi as "unworthy".

A day after the UN nuclear watchdog chief said that any military attack on a nuclear facility was illegal, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu termed remarks by Raphael Grossi as "unworthy". International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) head Grossi, who was on a two-day visit to Iran, after meetings with Iranian officials, said in a press conference on Saturday that any military attack on a nuclear facility is an outlaw. While denouncing Grossi's remarks, Israel, Iran's regional archrival, asserted that the country is "permitted" to defend itself. Speaking with his cabinet in televised remarks on Sunday, Netanyahu stated, "Rafael Grossi is a worthy person who made an unworthy remark." Also Read | Mauritian Foreign Minister Alan Ganoo praises India's leadership at G20, highlights impact of Ukraine conflict "Outside what law? Is it permissible for Iran, which openly calls for our destruction, to organise the tools of slaughter for our destruction? Are we forbidden from defending ourselves? We are obviously permitted to do this." Tel Aviv has been calling out Europe and the United States for a firm stance against Iran in view of its nuclear programme advances. Israel was also accused of launching attacks on Iranian nuclear and military facilities. A power failure occurred at Iran’s Natanz uranium enrichment site in April 2021 following an explosion at the facility. Iranian officials at the time blamed Israel for it. Tehran also accused Israel of killing its top nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh using a remote-controlled weapon. Rafael Grossi was in Iran for a two-day visit to hold discussions in an effort to persuade the nation to assist with an investigation into uranium traces discovered at undeclared sites. Also Read | South Africa's Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor sees India's G20 leadership as opportunity for Global South “I think any attack, any military attack on a nuclear facility is outlaw, is out of the normative structures that we all abide by," Grossi had said on Saturday. “We certainly hope that we are going to be able to protect the nuclear power plant which is under threat now, which is [Ukraine’s] Zaporizhzhia,” Grossi said. “But this is valid and applicable to every nuclear facility in the world.” Watch | South Africa's Foreign Minister speaks to WION on India ties, Russia Ukraine conflict According to a classified IAEA assessment obtained by AFP this week, uranium particles up to 83.7 per cent enriched — just under the 90% needed to create an atomic bomb — had been found at Iran's subterranean Fordo site around 100 kilometres (60 miles) south of the capital. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Netanyahu rejects Grossi’s remarks over possible attack on Iran, says Israel ‘permitted’ to defend itself

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Tensions run high in West Bank after Israeli settlers attacked a Palestinian village on Sunday and set scores of homes and cars on fire. This came after two Israeli men were killed by a Palestinian gunman.

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Protests against the planned judicial reforms intensified across Israel this week while police used stun grenades and water canons to disperse the crowds in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.

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European Union diplomats have reached the Palestinian town of Huwara, the town that faced retributive attacks and riots for terror attacks in which two Israelis were murdered.

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In connection with the shooting of an American-Israeli earlier this week, Israeli troops detained three Palestinians on Wednesday. A fourth was shot and killed as he fled the scene of a daytime raid in a West Bank refugee camp, according to the military.

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Thousands of Israelis have gathered for evening protests across the country, capping a day of near-around-the-clock demonstrations against the government’s judicial overhaul plan. The two main evening protests are held in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.

'Day of disruption' protests rock capital of Israel

Scores of Israeli protesters clashed with police outside a Tel Aviv Hair Salon, hosting PM Benjamin Netanyahu's wife. Sara Netanyahu was seen being led away and taken off and driven off from the scene as police attempted to disperse the protesters.

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Israel's Tel Aviv saw mass protests on Wednesday (March 1) as demonstrators marked the "day of disruptions" against a recent decision by the Benjamin Netanyahu government over changes related to the judiciary. As thousands took to streets, roads and trains were blocked by demonstrators. Israeli police launched a forceful crackdown, lobbed stun grenades, and fired water cannons to quell the stir. Dozens were reportedly detained while several people, injured during the violence that ensued, were hospitalised.&nbsp; Amid aggressive police tactics, according to a report by the Washington Post, three - among those who were injured - underwent surgery, including one person who lost his ear after being shot at with a stun grenade. Visuals from the city shared online captured scuffles and cops were seen dragging protesters.&nbsp;

Responding to the agitation, which is expected to further intensify, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office released a statement. "Citizens of Israel, the right to demonstrate is a fundamental democratic value; however, freedom to demonstrate is not freedom to bring the country to a halt," he was quoted as saying, underlining that "the sharp and clear red line is that violence and anarchy are absolutely forbidden". &nbsp;Calling for calm, Netanyahu underlined: "I know among you are many citizens who love the country and who fervently support the judicial reform.I also know that there are many other citizens who also love the country, who oppose the reform with the same fervour."&nbsp;

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"The freedom to demonstrate is not a license to drive the country into anarchy, to chaos, because a sovereign country cannot tolerate anarchy," he said.&nbsp;

Reports said his wife, Sara, was rescued from a hair salon in Tel Aviv amid fiery demonstrations. National Unity Party head and opposition leader Benny Gantz called on people &nbsp;- who had blocked the exit of the salon, according to local news website Jerusalem Post - to allow her to leave. "I call on the protesters in Madinah Square - let the Prime Minister's wife return to her home and you continue to wave the flags and voice our righteous cry," he wrote on Twitter. "We will continue to act together, in a variety of legal ways, to stop the coup d'état." He also urged the prime minister to come forward for a dialogue.&nbsp;

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The protests have been called against the judiciary overhaul announced by the government in January. Defined as a "reform", the overhaul aims to give more power to the coalition in picking judges. The changes also aim to limit the scope of the Supreme Court to strike down legislation or rule against the executive.

 
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Israel's Tel Aviv saw mass protests on Wednesday (March 1) as demonstrators marked the "day of disruptions" against a recent decision by the Benjamin Netanyahu government over changes related to the judiciary.

Israel's Tel Aviv saw mass protests on Wednesday (March 1) as demonstrators marked the "day of disruptions" against a recent decision by the Benjamin Netanyahu government over changes related to the judiciary. As thousands took to streets, roads and trains were blocked by demonstrators. Israeli police launched a forceful crackdown, lobbed stun grenades, and fired water cannons to quell the stir. Dozens were reportedly detained while several people, injured during the violence that ensued, were hospitalised. Amid aggressive police tactics, according to a report by the Washington Post, three - among those who were injured - underwent surgery, including one person who lost his ear after being shot at with a stun grenade. Visuals from the city shared online captured scuffles and cops were seen dragging protesters. Responding to the agitation, which is expected to further intensify, Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office released a statement. "Citizens of Israel, the right to demonstrate is a fundamental democratic value; however, freedom to demonstrate is not freedom to bring the country to a halt," he was quoted as saying, underlining that "the sharp and clear red line is that violence and anarchy are absolutely forbidden". Calling for calm, Netanyahu underlined: "I know among you are many citizens who love the country and who fervently support the judicial reform.I also know that there are many other citizens who also love the country, who oppose the reform with the same fervour." Also watch| Deepening rift in Israeli government × "The freedom to demonstrate is not a license to drive the country into anarchy, to chaos, because a sovereign country cannot tolerate anarchy," he said. Reports said his wife, Sara, was rescued from a hair salon in Tel Aviv amid fiery demonstrations. National Unity Party head and opposition leader Benny Gantz called on people - who had blocked the exit of the salon, according to local news website Jerusalem Post - to allow her to leave. "I call on the protesters in Madinah Square - let the Prime Minister's wife return to her home and you continue to wave the flags and voice our righteous cry," he wrote on Twitter. "We will continue to act together, in a variety of legal ways, to stop the coup d'état." He also urged the prime minister to come forward for a dialogue. Also read: Two Israelis shot dead in West Bank in 'Palestinian terror attack', says government The protests have been called against the judiciary overhaul announced by the government in January. Defined as a "reform", the overhaul aims to give more power to the coalition in picking judges. The changes also aim to limit the scope of the Supreme Court to strike down legislation or rule against the executive. (With agency inputs) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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