Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Block Israeli Roads Over Military Draft Arrests

Ultra-Orthodox protesters blocked major Israeli roads over military draft arrests, clashing with police.

Ultra-Orthodox demonstrators blocked major roads across Israel to protest the arrest of military draft evaders. The demonstrations triggered clashes with police in Bnei Brak and Jerusalem, resulting in multiple arrests and an incident where a vehicle struck a protester.

• The arrestsPolice detained four protesters across Bnei Brak and Jerusalem following clashes and suspected attacks on officers.
• The disruptionDemonstrators blocked major thoroughfares, compounding traffic congestion alongside a major concert in Ramat Gan.
• The confrontationRetired military officer Ofer Winter was accosted by anti-draft demonstrators while visiting Bnei Brak.