Coronavirus: Thousands protest in Israel over handling of economy – By BBC News Staff (BBC) / July 12 2020
Thousands of Israelis have staged a demonstration in Tel Aviv to protest against what they say is economic hardship caused by the government’s mishandling of the coronavirus crisis.
Rabin Square was filled with mainly young protesters wearing masks but not observing social distancing.
They say government compensation payments have been slow to arrive.
The event was organised by small businesses, self-employed workers and performing artists’ groups.
Many are experiencing economic hardship and have been angered by coronavirus measures which have taken their livelihoods away. They say money they are due from government support schemes has not been paid.
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