27 Mar 2023 | 03:20 PM UTC
Israel: Clashes possible as anti- and pro-government camps protest in Jerusalem as of late March 27 /update 1
Protests, counter-protests reported in Jerusalem, Israel, as of late March 27. Violence possible. Avoid all demonstrations.
Event
Protesters against the judicial reforms continue to demonstrate in Jerusalem, including near the country's Knesset, as of late March 27. Government supporters have announced plans for a counter-protest near Israel's Supreme Court at 18:00, March 27. In demonstrations that were held on March 26, protesters clashed with police near the Israeli prime minister's residence in Jerusalem. Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu fired the country's defense minister, Yoav Gallant, for urging the government to suspend its plans to overhaul Israel's judiciary on March 26.
Heightened security and transport disruptions are likely for the duration of the protests. Clashes between opposing camps remain possible. Police may resort to tear gas and other crowd-control measures to disperse the protesters.
Advice
Avoid all demonstrations due to the potential for violence. Monitor local media for protest activity, as organizers may not announce plans in advance. Keep away from areas where security forces appear to be deploying. Confirm the availability of transport and allow additional time to reach destinations. Plan for increased security and localized transport disruptions near demonstrations. Follow all police instructions.
