In Pics: Israel Hit By Strikes, Mass Protests Amid Stir Over Netanyahu's Judicial Reforms

Israelis opposed to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's judicial overhaul plan set up bonfires and block a highway during a protest moments after the Israeli leader fired his defense minister. 

Israeli police dispersed demonstrators blocking a highway during a protest against plans by Netanyahu's government to overhaul the judicial system in Tel Aviv.

Protesters clashed with Israeli police officers as the police crackdown on protestors ramp up.

Protesters lit up bonfires as thousands gather to protest on Ayalon highway. 

Protesters in Tel Aviv blocked a main highway and lit large bonfires, while police scuffled with protesters who gathered outside Netanyahu’s private home in Jerusalem.

Netanyahu’s dismissal of Defense Minister Yoav Gallant signaled that the prime minister and his allies will barrel ahead this week with the overhaul plan.

Israeli police used a water cannon to disperse demonstrators blocking a highway during a protest against plans by PM Netanyahu's government to overhaul the judicial system. 

Tens of thousands of Israelis poured into the streets in protest after Netanyahu’s announcement, blocking Tel Aviv’s main artery.

The Ayalon highway is transformed into a sea of blue-and-white Israeli flags with protestors lighting a large bonfire.

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke during a joint statement with his US counterpart, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.