Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Clash With Police, Blocking Major Highway
Translated & summarized from Arutz Sheva by baba
Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday evening to protest the arrest of a draft dodger. Police used stun grenades to disperse the crowd, with one protester lightly injured. The highway was closed in both directions, causing traffic disruptions.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday.
- The demonstration protested the arrest of a draft dodger.
- Police used stun grenades to disperse the protesters.
- One protester sustained minor injuries during the confrontation.
- The highway closure caused significant traffic disruptions.
Ultra-Orthodox protesters demonstrated on Thursday evening, blocking Highway 4 in both directions near the Geha Junction, close to Bnei Brak. The demonstration was in protest of the arrest of a draft dodger in the area. Police forces engaged with the protesters, using stun grenades to disperse the crowd and reopen the road. During the confrontation, one protester sustained minor injuries. A police officer on the scene declared the gathering unlawful, and despite attempts at dialogue, the protesters continued to congregate and shout at the police. The highway closure affected traffic between the Aluf Sadeh and Om HaMoshavot interchanges, with drivers being rerouted to alternative roads.
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