Israel: Habima Square in Tel Aviv was the scene of protests demanding political accountability for the failures of October 7

On Saturday evening, Habima Square in Tel Aviv was filled with protesters, including opposition leaders, who demanded clarification of the failures from October 7, 2023, and political accountability. The protest coincided with another one in Hostage Square, where the families of the victims are calling for the repatriation of the slain hostages. Among the participants were former prime ministers and military leaders, and Prime Minister Netanyahu faced harsh criticism.

Former deputy Izhar Shay emphasized the need for an independent commission for investigation, accusing the government of attempts at political control. The protesters demanded truth and accountability, stressing that their requests are not political but stem from a need for justice. In Hostage Square, the families of the victims called for the repatriation of the bodies of the slain, emphasizing that this is a fundamental duty of the state. The protests took place in a tense context, with a fragile ceasefire in Gaza.