Palestinian citizens of Israel rally against state inaction as crime surges

Palestinian citizens of Israel are protesting against a surge in violent crime and homicides within their communities. Tens of thousands have participated in demonstrations and strikes, accusing the Israeli government and law enforcement of deliberate negligence and inaction. The protests highlight that the number of crime-related deaths has increased dramatically, with a record 252 people killed in 2025 and 36 already in the new year. Community leaders and activists argue that official bodies have not only neglected Palestinian communities but have enabled the conditions allowing organized crime to spread, particularly under National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.