Hundreds of haredim protest Jerusalem light rail expansion, attempt to enter construction site
A demonstration against Jerusalem’s light rail expansion escalated Thursday night as protesters reportedly tore down fences and attempted to enter the construction site.
Hundreds of Haredi individuals protested the Jerusalem light rail expansion in the Bar-Ilan Street area on Thursday night, according to Ynet. Protesters reportedly tore down fences, set fire to cardboard, and attempted to enter the construction site. Police arrested one suspect for alleged arson and another for allegedly throwing stones at security forces. Police stated, "During the ongoing force activity to restore public order and disperse rioters, another suspect was arrested after he was identified as throwing stones at police and Border Police soldiers."
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