Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 02:14am on 20 Mar 2025,Thursday International
On March 19, 2025, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reignited military operations in Gaza, despite 59 hostages still being held by Hamas. The decision has sparked mass protests, with tens of thousands, including former security officials and hostage families, accusing him of prolonging the war for political survival. Netanyahu's dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar has added to public outrage, seen as a politically motivated move. Opposition leader Yair Lapid has called for nationwide demonstrations. Meanwhile, hardliner Itamar Ben-Gvir has rejoined Netanyahu’s coalition, strengthening the right-wing government amid escalating tensions and international criticism.
