Ultra-Orthodox Faction Plans Major Protests Causing Traffic Disruptions
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
An ultra-Orthodox faction called the Jerusalem Faction is planning large-scale protests on Thursday in Jerusalem and the Gush Dan region, starting at 4:00 PM, due to recent arrests of yeshiva students. The demonstrations are expected to cause significant traffic disruptions and road closures, particularly during rush hour, on major highways and in key Jerusalem areas.
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- The Jerusalem Faction plans large protests Thursday in Jerusalem and Gush Dan due to recent arrests.
- Protests are set to begin at 4:00 PM, potentially causing major traffic disruptions during rush hour.
- Past protests have led to significant blockages on Highways 4, 1, and 6.
- Disruptions are also expected in Jerusalem on key roads and potentially affecting the light rail.
The Jerusalem Faction, an ultra-Orthodox group, is preparing for widespread protests on Thursday in Jerusalem and the Gush Dan area, potentially leading to significant traffic blockages and disruptions during rush hour. The demonstrations are a response to recent arrests of yeshiva students and scholars by the IDF and police. The protests are scheduled to commence at 4:00 PM, coinciding with peak traffic times.
The "Committee to Save the World of Torah" announced the protests following a wave of arrests, acting on the directive of Rabbi Azriel Auerbach, who called for the demonstrations. While an official list of blocked roads and intersections has not yet been released, past protests by the Jerusalem Faction have resulted in significant blockages on Highway 4, particularly around Bnei Brak, the Geha interchange, and the Ginot interchange, as well as disruptions on Highways 1 and 6.
In the Jerusalem area, disruptions are anticipated at the city entrance, near the Chords Bridge, at the Sheri Israel junction, and on Bar Ilan Street. Traffic on the light rail is also expected to be affected.
A large-scale protest in June caused disruptions on Highway 1 and train traffic, leading to severe congestion in the central region.
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