• The “Mishmeret 101” protest group has called for a protest starting at 18:00 (local time) on October 16 at Tel Aviv’s Dizengoff Square, calling for the release of the remains of the deceased hostages from the Gaza Strip.

The protest call coincides with the ongoing release of the remains of deceased hostages by Hamas, with at least 21 still pending transfer to Israel. The protest is intended to keep up pressure on the Israeli government until all hostages’ remains have been returned. FORECAST: The protest will likely see a lower-than-average turnout given the successful release of 20 living hostages and the partial release of hostage remains. That said, the protest at Dizengoff Square will likely attract a turnout in the mid-to-high dozens. The protest is expected to transpire peacefully. Nonetheless, security may be bolstered in the area to prevent the protest from turning unruly. Traffic disruptions can be expected in the area.

Those operating or residing in Tel Aviv on October 16 are advised to maintain heightened vigilance in the vicinity of Dizengoff Square due to the slated protests and the associated risk of unrest.