Violent Clashes erupted in Tel Aviv between supporters and opponents of the Eritrean government, resulting in injuries and destruction. Both sides armed themselves with weapons and vandalized shopfronts and police vehicles. Israeli law enforcement responded with tear gas, stun grenades, and live ammunition. Clashes occurred as government supporters commemorated the 30th anniversary of their leader's rise to power near the Eritrean embassy, while opponents held a separate event. Eritreans constitute the majority of the over 30,000 African asylum seekers in Israel. Eritrea has a notorious human rights record, causing fear among asylum seekers who do not want to return.

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