Palestinian citizens of Israel demand government do more to stop crime

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Simon Speakman CordallFebruary 10, 2026 at 08:35 AM

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Palestinian citizens of Israel are protesting against widespread crime and perceived government neglect in their communities. The protests began in Sakhnin after a shopkeeper, Ali Zbeedat, closed his businesses due to threats and repeated attacks. This action sparked wider demonstrations, with tens of thousands of Palestinians and Jewish Israelis protesting in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. Protesters are demanding that the Israeli government take action to address the organized crime plaguing Palestinian towns and villages. In 2025, 252 Palestinians were murdered in Israel, highlighting the severity of the issue. The demonstrations reflect growing frustration over the lack of law and order in these communities.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Hadash-Ta'al 50% Tel Aviv 50% Jerusalem 50% Aida Touma-Suleiman 60% Israeli government 80% Ali Zbeedat ×480% Palestinian citizens of Israel ×290% Sakhnin ×590% Israel ×7100%

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crime 100% palestinian citizens of israel 90% government neglect 80% organized crime 80% protest 70% law and order 60% violence 50% murder rates 50%

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Very Negative

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90%

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