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Clashes Erupt in Jerusalem as Protesters Storm Light Rail Construction Site

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First reported by Ynet · 3 hours ago

What happened

On Sunday, ultra-Orthodox protesters clashed with police in Jerusalem after storming a light rail construction site, halting work and blocking traffic. Police intervened to disperse the crowd and restore order.

  • 01Dozens of ultra-Orthodox protesters stormed Jerusalem light rail construction, halting work.
  • 02Protesters breached fences, sat on rebar, and obstructed construction workers.
  • 03They attempted to block major traffic routes, causing public disruption.
  • 04Police declared an illegal disturbance and ordered immediate dispersal.
  • 05Large police and Border Police forces cleared roads and restored order.
  • 06Authorities vow to act decisively against infrastructure disruptions.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Clashes Erupt in Jerusalem as Protesters Storm Light Rail Construction Site
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 hours ago
Police and Border Police Disperse Protesters Blocking Jerusalem Light Rail Construction

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