Israel faces violence and rising sympathy for Palestinians.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing criticism from far-right officials over his response to the recent cross-border strikes and twin attacks on civilians. The government is also facing multiple crises as mass anti-government protests are planned to proceed later in the day. The violence in the region has escalated since the new government took office in December, with Jewish settlers stepping up attacks against Palestinian residents and Israeli security forces carrying out increasingly deadly raids targeting a new generation of Palestinian militants. The government is also facing criticism for neglecting security and damaging the economy while inciting violence instead of fulfilling their roles.