Coastal District police commanders say they will not permit shirts protesting National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir at the upcoming Pride Parade, according to Israeli media.
Coastal District officers in the Israel Police have announced they will block shirts protesting National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from being worn at the upcoming Pride Parade, according to reports from Israeli media. The decision places the district commanders in direct opposition to Commissioner Kobi Shabtai, who has reportedly signaled a more permissive approach. The refusal highlights internal tensions within the police force over political expression at public events. The parade, a major annual event in Tel Aviv, has historically been a flashpoint for debates over security and freedom of speech. No further details on potential legal challenges or alternative protest measures have been confirmed yet.
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