Traffic Jams Expected in Gush Dan Due to Protest; Police Issue Warning
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Israeli police have issued a warning of severe traffic congestion in the Gush Dan region, particularly in Bnei Brak, on Thursday afternoon due to a planned protest by the Jerusalem Faction. The demonstration, set for around 4:00 PM, is related to the arrest of Haredi draft dodgers. Police anticipate disruptions on Highway 4 and Jabotinsky Street, advising drivers to seek alternate routes. Officers will be deployed to manage traffic and ensure public order.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Israeli police are warning of major traffic jams in Gush Dan on Thursday afternoon.
- A protest by the Jerusalem Faction is scheduled for around 4:00 PM in Bnei Brak.
- The protest is in response to the arrest of Haredi draft dodgers.
- Traffic disruptions are expected on Highway 4 and Jabotinsky Street.
- Police advise drivers to use alternative routes and avoid the protest area.
Israeli police are preparing for a demonstration scheduled for Thursday afternoon around 4:00 PM in the Bnei Brak area, warning drivers of significant traffic disruptions and heavy congestion in the Gush Dan region during peak evening hours. The protest, called by the Jerusalem Faction, is in response to the arrest of Haredi draft dodgers. Traffic disruptions are anticipated on Highway 4 between the Aluf Sde and Ha'em Ha'moshavot interchanges in both directions. Jabotinsky Street in Bnei Brak may also experience heavy traffic and potential closures. Police officers from the Dan region will be present to direct traffic and maintain public order, advising drivers to use alternative routes and avoid the affected areas. Police stated they respect the right to protest within legal boundaries but will not permit disturbances or endanger public safety and freedom of movement.
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