No politicians expected at Tel Aviv rally in support of embattled Netanyahu: report
Liberman criticizes protest, says it's 'unnecessary' and transfers indictment case 'from courts to streets'
A large rally of supporters of embattled Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take place on Tuesday at 1 pm (EST) in Tel Aviv, but Israel's politicians are not expected to attend, Hebrew media reported.
Organizers expect a showing of some 10,000 Netanyahu devotees outside the Tel Aviv Museum, crying foul against prosecutors who brought on the incumbent premier's indictment for bribery, breach of trust and fraud in three cases -- announced by the attorney general Thursday.
Likud activists are urging constituents from all across the country attend the rally, employing the slogan of “protesting against a regime coup,” Hebrew-language outlet Ynet reported.
However, it is uncertain whether Netanyahu himself will participate as various reports suggest he has not yet made a decision on the matter.
On Monday, the veteran leader met with municipality chiefs to receive their support and facilitate participation by busing protesters to Tel Aviv. Netanyahu also sent out call-to-action videos, urging supporters to come out in droves.
Meanwhile, chairman of Yisrael Beiteinu Avigdor Liberman addressed the expected rally, saying that “the demonstration is unnecessary. It won’t add to the national-social stamina, and is transferring the debate from the courts to the streets.
“I did not hear anyone from the Likud declaring he will attend,” Liberman added as cited by broadcaster Channel 13. “The prime minister needs to comprehend that these are very large exclamation marks, and perhaps should change his conduct.”