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Car Hits Pedestrians in Elad During Sabbath, Sparking Violent Clashes

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 18, 2026

What happened

In Elad, a car entering the city on the Sabbath hit two youths protesting its presence, leading to violent clashes and renewed calls to close the city gate on weekends.

01A car entered Elad through the main gate left open on the Sabbath, sparking protests.
02The vehicle struck two youths, one seriously enough to require hospitalization.
03Violent clashes with stone-throwing broke out later between local youth groups.
04The incident reignited debate over keeping Elad’s main gate open on weekends.
05Residents demand the municipality enforce closing the gate every Sabbath for safety.
06The gate’s closure is seen as vital to preserving the city’s character and preventing conflicts.

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