WELLINGTON, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) -- Five people were arrested on Thursday over demonstrations outside the venue against Israeli player Shahar PeerPeer's presence at the WTA Tour event in Auckland.

    Members of the Global Peace and Justice group who object to Israel's treatment of Palestinians have been protesting outside the tournament stadium this week against the participation of Israeli player Peer.

    The five protesters were arrested on Thursday after refusing police requests to stop using megaphones to disrupt Peer's quarterfinal match.

    They will be charged with charged with obstruction and disorderly behavior.