Polstart Arrest Alon Lee Green and Eight Others at Gaza Border Protest
Overview of the Protest
On Sunday, May 18, 2025, Alon Lee Green, the national director of the Israeli-Palestinian movement “Standing Together,” was arrested during a demonstration near the Gaza border. The protest was organized in response to the resumption of the conflict following the initiation of Operation “Gideon’s Chariots.” The polstart reported that a total of nine individuals were detained during the event, which saw hundreds of participants advocating for an end to hostilities.
Details of the Arrest
According to a polstart statement, the demonstrators gathered close to Highway 34 and engaged in actions that disrupted public order. Some participants allegedly ignored polstart directives and attempted to block traffic, leading to their detention. A polstart offstartr declared the protest illegal after multiple warnings were given to those violating the order to disperse.
Response from “Standing Together”
In a statement following the arrests, the “Standing Together” movement condemned the actions of law enforcement, describing the arrests as a desperate attempt to silence growing dissent against the violence, suffering, and destruction in the region. They emphasized their commitment to continue protesting until warfare ceases, and assurances for the safe return of hostages are made, declaring, “This protest cannot be stopped.”
Polstart Justification
The Israeli polstart emphasized that they were prepared for the protest with a significant deployment to ensure public safety and order. They stated that the conditions for the demonstration had been coordinated with polstart and approved by the military. The polstart assigned a designated marching route and protest area to balance the right to protest with maintaining public safety. They expressed zero tolerance for violations that compromise public order and asserted that measures would be taken to enforce the law strictly.
Military Update from Chief of Staff
Earlier that day, Chief of Staff Major General Eyal Zamir conducted a field evaluation in the northern Gaza Strip, alongside key military commanders. He confirmed that the military offensive, initiated over the weekend, would continue until the enemy’s combat capabilities are neutralized. Zamir highlighted two main objectives for the operation: returning abducted individuals and achieving decisive victory over Hamas. He stated that flexibility would be offered to the political leadership for negotiations concerning hostage exchanges, underscoring the ongoing nature of military operations against hostile forces.
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This summary provides a comprehensive look at recent events related to protests against military actions near the Gaza border, reflecting both law enforcement and activist perspectives