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Israeli Police Arrest Two for Dangerous Fireworks in East Jerusalem Crackdown

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Israeli Police Arrest Two for Dangerous Fireworks in East Jerusalem Crackdown
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First reported by Now 14 · 1 hour ago

What happened

Israeli police conducted a major operation in East Jerusalem to prevent dangerous fireworks use during Palestinian exam result celebrations, arresting two suspects and warning of strict enforcement against such threats to public safety.

  • 01Israeli police launched a major crackdown in East Jerusalem to prevent dangerous fireworks use.
  • 02Operation targeted celebrations following Palestinian Authority matriculation exam results.
  • 03Two East Jerusalem residents, aged 24 and 17, were arrested for possession and use of fireworks.
  • 04Police used gas projectiles to disperse rioters firing fireworks and enforced against vehicles with pyrotechnics.
  • 05Authorities warned of a firm response to anyone turning celebrations into life-threatening events.
  • 06The exam results day has become a security concern due to frequent gunfire and fireworks endangering residents.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew22 minutes ago
Israeli Police Arrest Two for Dangerous Fireworks in East Jerusalem Crackdown
Now 14Right · Hebrew1 hour ago
Israeli Police Arrest Two After Fireworks Fired Near Officers in East Jerusalem

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