Israeli Anti-Government Protests Spark Chaos at Ben Gurion Airport
TL;DR
Thousands of anti-government protesters clashed with police at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel, defying calls to alter their plans and rallying against the coalition's renewed judicial overhaul legislation. The protesters overran barricades, blocked roads, and entered Terminal 3, leading to the arrest of 37 individuals. The demonstration caused massive traffic jams, delayed flights, and disrupted the travel plans of thousands of passengers. The protest was declared illegal by the police, who used force to disperse the crowd.
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