Over 100 Injured in Riots by Eritrean Asylum-Seekers in Tel Aviv

Protesters hold sticks and flags during violent demonstrations by Eritrean asylum seekers, including both supporters and opponents of the Eritrean government, in Tel Aviv, Israel, Sept. 2, 2023. Moti Milrod/Reuters

HAIFA, Israel—More than 100 people were injured in violent clashes in Tel Aviv between supporters and opponents of the Eritrean regime celebrating an Eritrea Day event and opponents of Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki.

Israeli medical officials said more than 114 people had been treated for injuries, including 30 police officers.