Large demonstrations in Tel Aviv calling for the resignation of Netanyahu

Large demonstrations have erupted in Tel Aviv, calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and new elections. Tens of thousands of protesters gathered, demanding a ceasefire in the ongoing war in Gaza and the release of hostages held by Hamas [[❞]](https://www.euronews.com/2024/05/05/israelis-rally-to-demand-gaza-ceasefire-and-pm-netanyahus-resignation) [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/1/28/thousands-rally-across-israel-calling-for-netanyahus-resignation). The protests, which also spread to other cities like Jerusalem and Haifa, are driven by frustration over Netanyahu's handling of the conflict and accusations that his hardline policies are prolonging the war to maintain his political power [[❞]](https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2024/1/28/thousands-rally-across-israel-calling-for-netanyahus-resignation) [[❞]](https://www.livemint.com/news/world/isreal-large-protests-in-tel-aviv-calling-for-resignation-of-pm-benjamin-netanyahu-early-elections-11712453579666.html).

Demonstrators in Tel Aviv managed to block major roads, resulting in clashes with the police who used force to disperse the crowds [[❞]](https://www.dw.com/en/israel-thousands-protest-netanyahus-handling-of-gaza-war/a-68706121). The protests reflect a broader discontent with Netanyahu's far-right government, which is seen as the most right-wing in Israel's history [[❞]](https://www.euronews.com/2024/05/05/israelis-rally-to-demand-gaza-ceasefire-and-pm-netanyahus-resignation). International mediators are pushing for a ceasefire, but significant obstacles remain, with Israel's government insisting on the total destruction of Hamas before ending the conflict [[❞]](https://www.dw.com/en/israel-thousands-protest-netanyahus-handling-of-gaza-war/a-68706121).