Following the October 1956 Sinai Campaign, when with the blessing of Great Britain and France the Israeli Defence Forces made their way to the Suez Canal to capture the region from nationalisation by President Nasser, their troops remained there until 1957 but came under bitter international criticism. The Israeli government decision to withdraw from the Sinai, due to this international pressure, caused disputes and demonstrations throughout the country.
Police forces prepare for a demonstration against the Sinai withdrawal in Zion Square, Jerusalem.1957