Israel: Activists plan anti-government protest march in Be'er Sheva Oct. 13

Event

Several Israeli activist groups, including pro-settler organizations, plan to hold a protest march in Be'er Sheva, Southern District, Oct. 13. The purpose of the event is to highlight the Israeli government's alleged failure to provide effective security and governance in southern Israel. Participants plan to gather outside the District Court and then march to City Hall from 18:00.

It remains unclear how many participants the event may draw. However, authorities will almost certainly deploy a heavy police presence in the area of the demonstration as a precaution. Heightened security may lead to localized transport and business disruptions. Confrontations between activists and police cannot be ruled out.

Advice

Avoid the announced protest area as a standard precaution. Strictly heed instructions of authorities. Leave the area immediately at the first sign of any violent unrest.