Ultra-Orthodox Protest Blocks Israel's Busiest Interchange During Rush Hour
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked the Geha Interchange and Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday, causing major traffic jams during rush hour. The demonstration protested the arrest of draft evader Alon Smadja. The closures are expected to impact hundreds of thousands of commuters and public transport users in the Gush Dan area.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked the Geha Interchange and Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday.
- The protest caused severe traffic disruptions during peak rush hour in the Gush Dan region.
- Demonstrators were protesting the arrest of draft evader Alon Smadja.
- The closures are expected to affect hundreds of thousands of drivers and public transport users.
- Police advised drivers to avoid the affected areas and seek alternative routes.
Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked the Geha Interchange and Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday during peak traffic hours, causing severe disruptions. The demonstrators, identified as followers of Rabbi Tzvi Friedman from the Jerusalem Faction, also blocked train tracks in the Petah Tikva area. The protest was triggered by the arrest of Alon Smadja, a draft evader from Jerusalem who was apprehended by military police after failing to report for service. Smadja was arrested during a surprise operation outside his home. Police stated the incident would lead to significant traffic congestion in multiple central locations in the Gush Dan region, affecting hundreds of thousands of drivers and public transport users. Police forces were deployed to maintain order and direct traffic, aiming to minimize the impact on residents' daily routines. Authorities advised drivers to avoid the protest areas, use alternative routes, navigation apps, and stay updated on traffic reports. Public transportation, including bus lines along Jabotinsky Road and near Highway 4, was also expected to experience delays.
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