Thousands joined a pride parade in Jerusalem for the first time under the country's new right-wing government, to celebrate love in all forms and to fight for human rights
Tom Nides, the US ambassador to Israel, who also joined Thursday's march, said he did not find the parade to be"controversial.""This is about the rights and human rights, and this is what brings America and Israel together."Participants march in the annual Pride parade in Jerusalem. Pic: APgovernment is made up of ultranationalist and ultra-religious parties who openly oppose homosexuality.
Avi Maoz, a deputy minister with authorities over some educational content, has said he wanted the legality of the Jerusalem Pride parade examined.On Wednesday, Mr Ben-Gvir said there would be a"massive" police presence guarding those that were marching in the parade and emphasised that he supported the freedom of expression, despite his previous views.
"It will be the police's duty to protect, guard and ensure that even if the minister disagrees with the parade, the safety of the marchers is above all else," Mr Ben-Gvir added.However, many people were not pleased with Mr Ben-Gvir and chanted"shame" to him as he walked on the sidelines for what he said was a visit to monitor security.
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