Clashes erupt between protesters and security guards at Jerusalem light rail construction site

Protesters against the light rail construction clashed with security guards at the construction compound in Jerusalem on Tuesday evening, according to N12 journalist Eli Hirshman.

On Tuesday evening, protesters opposed to the Jerusalem light rail construction clashed with security guards at the work compound, according to N12 journalist Eli Hirshman. Photographer Reuven Biala documented the confrontation. The protest is part of an ongoing series of demonstrations against the light rail project that have been reported in recent weeks, including previous clashes with police and security personnel. The specific cause of Tuesday's confrontation was not detailed in the initial report.

3 developments

1. 23:34 · 7 JulLatest

   New clashes reported between protesters and security guards at the site.

2. 22:16 · 6 Jul

   Footage documents clashes between radical ultra-Orthodox demonstrators and a security guard.

3. 22:04 · 6 Jul

   Clashes reported again near Jerusalem light rail area

• Strong00:21 · 2 JulPolice clear ultra-Orthodox protesters from Jerusalem light rail construction site
• Strong19:35 · 18 JunHaredi protesters block Jerusalem light rail, clash with civilians as Sephardic rally begins
• Developing15:42 · 12 JulJerusalem police and Border Police operate at disorder at Bar Ilan light rail site
• Strong22:13 · 14 JunSatmar protesters set fires in multiple locations against Jerusalem light rail

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