Nationwide Protests in Israel Demand Ceasefire in Gaza Conflict
Tens of thousands gathered in Tel Aviv and across Israel in a nationwide strike advocating for the families of hostages in Gaza, calling for an end to the ongoing war.

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Tens of thousands of Israelis protested in Tel Aviv amid a nationwide strike in support of the families of hostages held in Gaza.
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Demonstrations around the country called on Israel's government to reach an agreement with Hamas to release the remaining captives. The Tel Aviv protest is one of the largest in Israel since fighting began in October 2023. Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised the protesters, saying their actions 'ensure that the horrors of 7 October will reoccur'
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Demonstrations around the country called on Israel's government to reach an agreement with Hamas to release the remaining captives. The Tel Aviv protest is one of the largest in Israel since fighting began in October 2023. Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu criticised the protesters, saying their actions 'ensure that the horrors of 7 October will reoccur'
Tens of thousands of protesters gather in Tel Aviv to demand end to Gaza war â–º https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/aug/17/tens-of-thousands-of-protesters-gather-in-tel-aviv-to-demand-end-to-gaza-war
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#gaza #gazawar #telavivprotest #jerusalem #israel #benjaminnetanyahu #hamashostages #october7 #gazahostages
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