Channel 12's Friday evening newscast opened with a 14-minute segment focused on Haredi draft protesters and their portrayal opposite reserve soldiers, according to an unverified report by the source. The segment aired a day after protesters blocking roads were beaten, and a gun was reportedly drawn against them, with the suspect released to house arrest.
A report from the source alleges that Channel 12's primetime newscast on Friday evening dedicated the first 14 minutes to covering Haredi protesters and framing them against reserve soldiers. The claim, which has not been independently verified, comes amid a wave of protests following the arrest of draft evaders. A day earlier, during roadblocks by Haredi demonstrators, drivers attacked protesters and in one incident a gun was reportedly drawn; the suspect was released to house arrest. As The Zioneer has reported, tensions have escalated over the past weeks, with multiple incidents of violence between drivers, police, and protesters documented across the country. Earlier this week, police arrested drivers caught on video brandishing a firearm at demonstrators. The source describes the coverage as a 'witch hunt' and warns that without de-escalation the situation could turn deadly. No official confirmation from Channel 12 has been obtained.
- DevelopingPolice arrest two drivers caught on video pulling a gun on Haredi protesters
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- StrongDrivers lose patience, attack Haredi protesters on Highway 4
- StrongAll highways reopen, trains resume after two hours of protest disruption
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