PM's Office: Investigation to Determine Who Initiated Violence Against US Journalist
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The Prime Minister's Office stated that the facts surrounding an alleged attack on Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine near Abu Falah are unclear and under investigation. Israel condemns violence, but questions remain about who initiated the confrontation between approximately 200 Arabs and activists and 40 young Israelis. Footage shows masked individuals throwing objects and fireworks, and Levine being knocked down. An investigation will determine the facts.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- The Prime Minister's Office stated facts surrounding an alleged attack on journalist Heidi Levine are unclear.
- Israel unequivocally condemns violence against any person, the PMO said.
- Reports indicate around 200 Arabs and activists clashed with 40 young Israelis.
- Footage shows masked individuals throwing objects and fireworks.
- Levine was reportedly knocked to the ground and then helped up by an unknown person.
- An investigation will determine who initiated the violence.
The Prime Minister's Office stated on X that the facts surrounding a confrontation near Abu Falah, during which Washington Post photojournalist Heidi Levine was allegedly attacked, are still unclear and under investigation. Israel unequivocally condemns violence against any person. However, significant questions remain. Reports indicate approximately 200 Arabs and far-left activists clashed with about 40 young Israelis. Footage shows masked individuals from both sides throwing objects, alongside reports of fireworks being fired at Jewish youths. Additional footage shows Levine being knocked to the ground, after which an unidentified person immediately helped her up. The investigation must determine the facts, including who initiated the violence.
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