Jerusalem Riots: Elderly Arab Man Attacked, Police Officer Injured

Violent riots erupted in Jerusalem early Tuesday morning following celebrations for the anniversary of Rabbi Nachman of Breslov's passing, resulting in the arrest of 11 individuals and injuries to a Border Police officer. The disturbances began around 3 a.m. in the area of Chaim Bar-Lev and Zakai streets, escalating into clashes near the Western Wall and the Damascus Gate.

During the riots, dozens of young men, reportedly in Hasidic attire, were filmed chasing and assaulting an elderly Arab man near the Damascus Gate. Footage shows the man falling to the ground and being kicked by several youths. The victim managed to escape and was treated for minor injuries. One of the assailants was heard on video saying, "We're f, ing an Arab here, I can't believe it."

The rioters blocked traffic and the light rail line, throwing stones at civilians and security forces. They also damaged and stole a municipal vehicle, which was later abandoned. A Border Police officer sustained a head injury from a thrown bottle and was evacuated for medical treatment.

Police deployed a water cannon and stun grenades to disperse the crowds. "This is serious conduct by lawbreakers who came with the intention of causing damage, committing vandalism, and attacking security forces and civilians," the police stated. "We will not accept violent riots and will act by all means to locate additional involved parties and prosecute them and those arrested at the scene."

Authorities arrested 11 suspects for disturbing the peace, vandalism, and violence, who are now undergoing investigation. The police vowed to pursue all those involved in the unrest.