A small group of anti-war activists has begun staging protests in Israel as the country continues its military campaign against Iran, even as most Israelis support the offensive, according to recent polls.
Dozens of demonstrators gathered in Tel Aviv over the weekend holding placards reading “Oppose the war” and “Silence means consent.” The rally marked the second protest in a week organised by activists opposing Israel’s latest military operation against Iran.
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The conflict escalated after Israel and the United States launched strikes against Iranian targets on February 28. While the campaign has received widespread support among Israeli politicians and the public, a small minority has voiced concerns about the long-term consequences of continued military action.
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One of the protesters, 19-year-old activist Iddo Elam, said he opposed the war because it represented another chapter in a long cycle of conflict. Elam, who previously served time in prison for refusing mandatory military service, argued that the war was driven more by geopolitical considerations than by security concerns.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has defended the strikes, describing Iran as a major threat to the country’s security.
According to a survey published by the Israel Democracy Institute, about 93 percent of Jewish Israelis support the military campaign against Iran. Analysts say the broad backing reflects a widely held belief across the political spectrum that Iran poses a significant strategic threat to Israel.
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Political analyst Dahlia Scheindlin said there is little disagreement among Jewish Israeli political parties about the dangers posed by Iran, which has contributed to the near-unanimous support for the offensive. However, the poll showed far lower support among Israel’s Arab minority, with only about 26 percent backing the strikes.
Smaller demonstrations were also reported in Jerusalem and Haifa. Some right-wing activists staged counter-protests, though police quickly dispersed them. Despite the limited turnout, organisers say they intend to continue voicing opposition to the war.