Hundreds block Jerusalem intersection in support of hostage deal

By Charlie Summers

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13 July 2024, 10:15 pm 2 Edit

Protesters demanding a hostage deal block an intersection in Jerusalem on July 13, 2024. (Charlie Summers/Times of Israel)

Hundreds of protesters are blocking a major intersection in Jerusalem following a rally of thousands calling for a hostage deal outside the Prime Minister’s Office.

Police brought out a water cannon and mounted officers, though they have not yet intervened in the demonstration.

Although the majority of the protesters, many of whom came from outside Jerusalem, have since taken shuttles and buses back home, the city’s local protest groups remain.

“We won’t abandon them!” shout demonstrators to the beat of drums while sitting on the pavement.