A Sea of Protest
This striking aerial shot by Tomer Appelbaum, titled “Black Flag,” captures a moment of powerful unity in Rabin Square, Israel, during the 2020 protests. Thousands of Israeli protesters filled the square, demonstrating against government corruption and handling of the pandemic crisis.
It captures the meticulous formation of the protesters, each maintaining social distance yet forming a collective force for change. The aerial perspective shows the scale and order of the movement, with people spaced out like pieces in a human mosaic. Combining the symbolic black flags and the iconic Rabin Square adds depth, making this photograph a visual representation of peaceful resistance in a time of chaos.