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Massive Gur protest outside Prison 10 highlights anti-arrest anger
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By חיים רוזנבוים
First reported by Ynet · Jun 18, 2026
What happened
A major Gur Hasidic rally was held opposite Prison 10 after arrests of yeshiva students, including one from Gur. The gathering, led by the Gur Rebbe, drew thousands and was managed behind the scenes by Motti Babchik.
- 01Gur held a massive protest outside Prison 10 over arrests of yeshiva students.
- 02The rally was led by the Gur Rebbe and drew participants from across Israel.
- 03Attendance estimates ranged from about 7,000 to over 19,000.
- 04The site was described as completely packed, with a powerful display of strength.
- 05Motti Babchik worked behind the scenes to keep the tense event orderly.
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