By KTA NewsTeam |
As summer arrives in Israel, travelers are advised to prepare for potential delays and disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport, the country’s main airport. Ongoing demonstrations against the government’s efforts to overhaul the justice system have led protesters to target the airport as an effective venue for their cause. In light of these developments, Kan-Tor & Acco recommends that passengers arrive at the airport at least 3.5 hours before their scheduled flights to ensure smooth boarding and departure.
On an organized protest that took place on July 3rd, thousands of protesters gathered at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport on Monday to express their opposition to the government proposed judiciary overhaul. Some clashes occurred between the protesters and the police, who were trying to prevent them from blocking access to the terminal. Chanting slogans and using megaphones, dozens of protesters entered the arrivals hall, emphasizing the importance of democracy. Eventually, the police escorted them out.
Outside the airport, the pavement was crowded with protesters carrying flags, blowing horns, and playing drums. A line of police officers was stationed along the road, allowing vehicles to pass slowly. To ensure the completion of an airport bus route, mounted police were called in to control the crowd.
Ben Gurion Airport, usually handles 90,000 passengers per day in July. The leaders spearheading the protest movement against the government’s judicial overhaul said today that they are strategizing a formidable response in the form of a massive “day of disruption.” They have outlined their plans, which entail impactful actions such organizing protests at Ben Gurion airport.
The purpose of this coordinated effort is to continue drawing attention to their concerns about the judicial overhaul and demonstrate their strong opposition. By blocking Ben Gurion Airport terminals, the protesters aim to disrupt daily activities and generate public discourse on the issue at handa as well as to garner international attention and support for their cause.
As events unfold, travelers should carefully monitor the developments surrounding the protest movement and be prepared for potential delays and disruptions at Ben Gurion Airport, the country’s main airport. Kan-Tor & Acco recommends that passengers arrive at the airport at least 3.5 hours before their scheduled flights to ensure smooth boarding and departure.
