Israeli Prime Minister Binyomin Netanyahu on Sunday evening joined growing criticism from across the public over the Supreme Court’s decision to permit demonstrations in Tel Aviv, even as access for mispallelim at the Kosel remains limited due to security restrictions.

Opening his remarks, Netanyahu expressed strong disbelief at the situation, highlighting what he described as a clear inconsistency between how protests and tefillah are being treated.

“Unbelievable,” Netanyahu said, pointing to what he described as unequal treatment between demonstrators and worshippers.

“While Jews are restricted from praying at the Wall during the chag, the Supreme Court allowed a left-wing demonstration in Tel Aviv. Freedom of protest is important, but freedom to pray is no less important,” he stated.

Netanyahu emphasized that during a time of war, security decisions must remain in the hands of the appropriate authorities, specifically the Home Front Command. “In time of war, the Home Front Command alone determines security arrangements,” he said, warning that outside intervention—particularly from the judiciary—can create dangerous inconsistencies and potentially compromise public safety.

{Matzav.com}