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Israeli poll suggests 66% of people want Netanyahu to leave office

Mass protests have taken place around Israel, with demonstrators calling for the return of Israeli captives held in Gaza, the removal of Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government and an end to the war in Gaza.

Thousands protest against Netanyahu across Israel

Angry Israeli protesters want Netanyahu to go, calls for elections

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a second national coronavirus lockdown in the country during a TV news conference .

The Three-week lockdown will make Israel the first country to reimpose such stringent restrictions on a national scale. 
 
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"I know these steps are a heavy price for us all.These are not the holidays we are used to. We certainly won't be able to celebrate with our extended families," Netanyahu said.

"If we keep the rules, and I am confident in this, we will defeat the virus. I see the vaccine on the way, and I see the fast testing that is on the way," he added.

Israel currently has one of the worst coronavirus infection rates in the world per capita. 
 
Meanwhile, Yaakov Litzman, a minister in Israel government has resigned to protest against the restrictions that overlap with important Jewish festivals.

Despite early successes in stemming the virus spread, protests have broken out as cases have risen against Netanyahu and the government's handling of the pandemic.

Hundreds of demonstrators rallied again on Sunday to call for Netanyahu's resignation over his alleged graft offences and failure to manage the Covid-19 crisis.

They blocked roads to Ben Gurion airport, from where Netanyahu was due to fly to the United States to attend the signing of agreements to normalise ties with Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates.

Israelis angry with the government over the rise in cases have cited the rapid reopening of businesses, with some arguing insufficient financial measures forced people back to work prematurely.

Others have said the reopening of schools and the country's increased testing capacity pushed up the number of positive cases.

Israel, with a population of nine million, has recorded 155,604 Covid-19 cases, including 1,119 deaths.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a second national coronavirus lockdown in the country during a TV news conference . The Three-week lockdown will make Israel the first country to reimpose such stringent restrictions on a national scale.

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced a second national coronavirus lockdown in the country during a TV news conference . The Three-week lockdown will make Israel the first country to reimpose such stringent restrictions on a national scale. Also read | Fresh protests break out in Israel against Nethanyahu's poor handling of coronavirus "I know these steps are a heavy price for us all.These are not the holidays we are used to. We certainly won't be able to celebrate with our extended families," Netanyahu said. "If we keep the rules, and I am confident in this, we will defeat the virus. I see the vaccine on the way, and I see the fast testing that is on the way," he added. Israel currently has one of the worst coronavirus infection rates in the world per capita. Meanwhile, Yaakov Litzman, a minister in Israel government has resigned to protest against the restrictions that overlap with important Jewish festivals. Despite early successes in stemming the virus spread, protests have broken out as cases have risen against Netanyahu and the government's handling of the pandemic. Hundreds of demonstrators rallied again on Sunday to call for Netanyahu's resignation over his alleged graft offences and failure to manage the Covid-19 crisis. They blocked roads to Ben Gurion airport, from where Netanyahu was due to fly to the United States to attend the signing of agreements to normalise ties with Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. Israelis angry with the government over the rise in cases have cited the rapid reopening of businesses, with some arguing insufficient financial measures forced people back to work prematurely. Others have said the reopening of schools and the country's increased testing capacity pushed up the number of positive cases. Israel, with a population of nine million, has recorded 155,604 Covid-19 cases, including 1,119 deaths. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel becomes first country in world to impose second national lockdown 

Thousands of&nbsp;Israelis took to streets outside the resident of&nbsp;the Prime Minister&nbsp;Benjamin Netanyahu, asking him to resign.&nbsp;

The locals are campaigning against the Prime Minister after corruption charges surrounded&nbsp;Netanyahu, and for his 'poor' handling of the novel coronavirus.

The country, which once reopened its economy completely, is now heading towards a lockdown during the upcoming Jewish New Year, as the number of coronavirus-related cases are on a record high.

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The protestors marched outside Nethanyahu's residence, a site which has seen several protests in the last few years, and chanted slogans that closely translated to a request for his resignation.

These protests came a day after Israel announced an agreement to establish diplomatic relations with Bahrain, the second Arab country to normalize ties with Israel in under a month and just the fourth overall. However, this announcement has had little to no impact on the Nethanyahu-critics who want him to resign and pay his price for the corruption cases associated with him.

People have accused him of poorly handling the pandemic crisis and poorer treatment of the medical services. Israel was, at one point, applauded for its quick action against the novel coronavirus. However, in order to save the economy from a downfall, Netanyahu re-opened the shops, malls, schools and offices, which led to a surge in cases and fresh lockdowns.

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While this is a new controversy, he has been facing the wrath of protestors for more than a year now as&nbsp;Netanyahu has been charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes for his role in a series of scandals involving gifts and alleged favors exchanged with wealthy associates. All of these allegations have been decline by the Prime Minister, who has also faced impeachment threats.

Thousands of Israelis took to streets outside the resident of the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, asking him to resign. The locals are campaigning against the Prime Minister after corruption charges surrounded Netanyahu, and for his 'poor' handling of the novel coronavirus.

Thousands of Israelis took to streets outside the resident of the Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, asking him to resign. The locals are campaigning against the Prime Minister after corruption charges surrounded Netanyahu, and for his 'poor' handling of the novel coronavirus. The country, which once reopened its economy completely, is now heading towards a lockdown during the upcoming Jewish New Year, as the number of coronavirus-related cases are on a record high. Also read: Arab artists boycotting UAE-backed awards and events after Israel deal The protestors marched outside Nethanyahu's residence, a site which has seen several protests in the last few years, and chanted slogans that closely translated to a request for his resignation. These protests came a day after Israel announced an agreement to establish diplomatic relations with Bahrain, the second Arab country to normalize ties with Israel in under a month and just the fourth overall. However, this announcement has had little to no impact on the Nethanyahu-critics who want him to resign and pay his price for the corruption cases associated with him. People have accused him of poorly handling the pandemic crisis and poorer treatment of the medical services. Israel was, at one point, applauded for its quick action against the novel coronavirus. However, in order to save the economy from a downfall, Netanyahu re-opened the shops, malls, schools and offices, which led to a surge in cases and fresh lockdowns. × While this is a new controversy, he has been facing the wrath of protestors for more than a year now as Netanyahu has been charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes for his role in a series of scandals involving gifts and alleged favors exchanged with wealthy associates. All of these allegations have been decline by the Prime Minister, who has also faced impeachment threats.

Fresh protests break out in Israel against Nethanyahu's poor handling of coronavirus

Israeli demonstrators gathered in Tel Aviv on Friday to urge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign after police recommended he be charged with bribery in two corruption cases.

Police said on Tuesday enough evidence had been found for Netanyahu to be charged, saddling the four-term premier with one of the biggest challenges to his long dominance of Israeli politics.

Netanyahu, 68, denies wrongdoing in both cases and has said nothing will come of the police investigations. It is now up to the attorney general to determine whether to press charges against him.

Around 1,000-2,000 protesters rallied in a Tel Aviv square, some with signs saying &quot;crooks go home&quot; and &quot;crime minister&quot;.

&quot;We think the prime minister should immediately disqualify himself and resign,&quot; said Shlomit Bar, 63, a retired music teacher. &quot;He cannot be any longer the prime minister of Israel.&quot;

There is no strict legal obligation for a prime minister to step down over such a case unless he is convicted in court. The right-wing Netanyahu&#39;s governing coalition appears stable for the time being after key partners said they will wait until the attorney general&#39;s decision.

&quot;From a moral standpoint, this is a disgrace to the state of Israel, where a prime minister is suspected of such serious crimes,&quot; said Oren Simon, one of the protesters. &quot;He should go home. Enough.&quot;

A poll published on Wednesday showed almost half of Israel&#39;s electorate believe the police rather than Netanyahu.

The poll, aired on the Israeli commercial television channel Reshet, said 49 percent of respondents sided with the police&#39;s version that Netanyahu had acted improperly. Twenty-five percent said they believed Netanyahu. The remainder, 26 percent, said they did not know whom to believe.

Forty-nine percent said he should stay in office, and 43 percent that he should suspend himself.

The first case in which Netanyahu is a suspect involves receiving gifts, including cigars, champagne and jewellery, from businessmen. The second involves discussing a deal with the publisher of Israel&#39;s best-selling newspaper for better coverage in return for curbs on a rival newspaper.

Police said on Tuesday enough evidence had been found for Netanyahu to be charged, saddling the four-term premier with one of the biggest challenges to his long dominance of Israeli politics

Israeli demonstrators gathered in Tel Aviv on Friday to urge Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to resign after police recommended he be charged with bribery in two corruption cases. Police said on Tuesday enough evidence had been found for Netanyahu to be charged, saddling the four-term premier with one of the biggest challenges to his long dominance of Israeli politics. Netanyahu, 68, denies wrongdoing in both cases and has said nothing will come of the police investigations. It is now up to the attorney general to determine whether to press charges against him. Around 1,000-2,000 protesters rallied in a Tel Aviv square, some with signs saying "crooks go home" and "crime minister". "We think the prime minister should immediately disqualify himself and resign," said Shlomit Bar, 63, a retired music teacher. "He cannot be any longer the prime minister of Israel." There is no strict legal obligation for a prime minister to step down over such a case unless he is convicted in court. The right-wing Netanyahu's governing coalition appears stable for the time being after key partners said they will wait until the attorney general's decision. "From a moral standpoint, this is a disgrace to the state of Israel, where a prime minister is suspected of such serious crimes," said Oren Simon, one of the protesters. "He should go home. Enough." A poll published on Wednesday showed almost half of Israel's electorate believe the police rather than Netanyahu. The poll, aired on the Israeli commercial television channel Reshet, said 49 percent of respondents sided with the police's version that Netanyahu had acted improperly. Twenty-five percent said they believed Netanyahu. The remainder, 26 percent, said they did not know whom to believe. Forty-nine percent said he should stay in office, and 43 percent that he should suspend himself. The first case in which Netanyahu is a suspect involves receiving gifts, including cigars, champagne and jewellery, from businessmen. The second involves discussing a deal with the publisher of Israel's best-selling newspaper for better coverage in return for curbs on a rival newspaper.

Israeli protesters urge Netanyahu to step down over bribery allegations