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Protests against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu intensify as he vows to shut down Al Jazeera, branding it a "terror channel." Netanyahu's moves spark outrage and calls for his resignation. The passing of a law allows for the expulsion of Al Jazeera, escalating tensions and dissent.

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In recent events, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu underwent successful hernia surgery [7, 17, 23]. This surgery came amid rising tensions over the Gaza war, where an Israeli airstrike hit a hospital tent camp in Gaza, resulting in the death of two Palestinians [5]. The Israeli raid on Gaza's Shifa Hospital also left the facility in ruins [3].

Simultaneously, there have been widespread protests against Netanyahu's government, with some families of hostages joining anti-government demonstrations while others specifically called attention to Hamas [4]. Tensions escalated further as key figures, like Representative Jamaal Bowman, criticized Netanyahu, calling for his removal [16, 30].

The situation intensified as Israel saw its largest anti-government protest since the conflict with Hamas began [8]. The protests reflect mounting pressure on Netanyahu's administration [20]. Amid these developments, Netanyahu had to undergo hernia surgery under general anesthesia, leaving Israel's Deputy Prime Minister to step in temporarily [19]. The protests and criticism against Netanyahu come at a critical time when Israel is grappling with the aftermath of the Gaza conflict, enduring significant casualties.

Following these events, there were concerns about escalating violence and the continued strain on Netanyahu's administration [31]. The surgery, protests, and ongoing unrest have put a spotlight on the challenges facing the Israeli government and the Prime Minister's leadership during these turbulent times [29]. The situation remains fluid, with both domestic and international attention focused on the developments in Israel and the Gaza region.

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Thread Age 118 days

Number of Articles 102

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