Why Eritrean Migrants Rioted in Tel Aviv, and Why It Matters for Israel
The violence underscores the case for judicial reform.
September 5, 2023
Why Eritrean Migrants Rioted in Tel Aviv, and Why It Matters for Israel
The violence underscores the case for judicial reform.
The southern part of Tel Aviv is home to a large population of migrants from Eritrea—many of whom entered Israel illegally. When, on Saturday, the Eritrean embassy in that city held an event celebrating a national holiday, a large crowd of local Eritreans gathered in protest. They were met by a number of their compatriots who support the East African country’s repressive regime, and a violent confrontation ensued. The editors of the Jerusalem Post comment:
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