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Police Release Video of Officer Assault During Highway 4 Protest
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50% centerFirst reported by Ynet · Jun 17, 2026
Center 2Right 2
What happened
Police released video of a detective being attacked during the clearance of a Haredi protest on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak. A 26-year-old Bnei Brak resident was arrested, questioned, and had his detention extended by Tel Aviv Magistrate’s Court. The protest blocked a major highway, caused heavy traffic disruption, and left two officers injured.
- 01Police released footage of an assault during a Highway 4 protest near Bnei Brak.
- 02A 26-year-old Bnei Brak resident was arrested and his detention was extended.
- 03The detective was grabbed from behind while officers cleared protesters from the road.
- 04The protest blocked traffic and triggered clashes, stun grenades, and mounted police.
- 05Five suspects were arrested and two police officers were injured.
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Full coverage · 4 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
WallaCenter · HebrewJun 18, 2026
Ultra-Orthodox protest escalates on Route 4, police officer injured and evacuated
Now 14Right · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Police Chief Vows Tough Action After Violence at Ultra-Orthodox Protest
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJun 17, 2026
Police Crack Down on Ultra-Orthodox Draft Protest Near Bnei Brak, Drawing Angry Backlash
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