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Violent Street Clashes Erupt During Anti-Draft Protests in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh

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Violent Street Clashes Erupt During Anti-Draft Protests in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh
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First reported by Ynet · 1 hour ago

What happened

Anti-draft protests in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh on Sunday escalated into violent street clashes, blocking major roads and halting light rail service. Police intervened to disperse demonstrators after warnings were ignored. These events are part of ongoing nationwide unrest against Israel's conscription law.

  • 01Anti-draft protests in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh turned violent, causing major public disorder.
  • 02Jerusalem protesters blocked key roads and stopped light rail service between Givat HaTahmoshet and City Hall.
  • 03Police deployed large forces and used enforcement actions after warnings to clear roads were ignored.
  • 04Earlier protests in Beit Shemesh blocked Highway 10 and Rasdo Square, causing severe traffic jams.
  • 05The protests reflect ongoing opposition to Israel's conscription law and frequent nationwide demonstrations.
  • 06A Tel Aviv court ruled companies are not liable for delays caused by protest-related roadblocks.

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Kikar HaShabbatRight · Hebrew37 minutes ago
Violent Street Clashes Erupt During Anti-Draft Protests in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh
YnetCenter · Hebrew1 hour ago
Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Clash With Police Over IDF Draft in Jerusalem

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