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Saturday, January 31, 2026
Thousands of Arab, Jewish protesters march in Tel Aviv over violent crime epidemic
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Thousands of Arab and Jewish protesters are marching from Tel Aviv’s Hostages Square, calling on the government to act against violent crime in Arab society.
The demonstration comes amid growing criticism of law enforcement for its failure to curb the phenomenon. Arabic outlets claim the protest has reached some 10,000 participants.
Ra’am party chairman Mansour Abbas, being interviewed on Channel 12, claims that “tens of thousands” are present, noting the presence of Jews and Arabs alike.
Rallygoers waving black flags march to Habima Square. A banner at the front of the march reads in Hebrew: “Enough of the abandonment and crime, we want to live.”
צעדת הזעם נגד האלימות בחברה הערבית: ברגעים אלו המפגינים צועדים ממוזיאון תל אביב לעבר כיכר הבימה. על פי הערכות המארגנים, בהפגנה משתתפים כ-10,000 בני אדם. צילום: אבישי רייזנר
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— כאן חדשות (@kann_news) January 31, 2026
As protesters convene in Tel Aviv, first responders announce that a man has been shot dead in Lod, marking the 26th homicide in Arab society since the start of the year.
The Times of Israel Community.