Jerusalem Pride Parade Overcomes Threats and Security Concerns
TL;DR
Around 30,000 people attended the Jerusalem Pride Parade, calling for tolerance towards the LGBTQ community and expressing anti-government sentiment. The event passed smoothly under heavy security and the presence of 2,000 police and riot police officers. Far-right protests were held across the road, but a "beast march" was canceled. The parade was the largest since 2016, a year after a 16-year-old was murdered during the event. Anti-government sentiment was prevalent among participants, with signs and merchandise expressing hostility towards the current coalition and its political goals.
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