A Haredi protest in front of the Attorney General's residence in Tel Aviv turned violent Tuesday morning when demonstrators attacked a reservist, tearing his shirt and leaving marks, according to i24NEWS. The victim, Idan Ben David, said he was violently assaulted. The protest was against the arrest of draft evaders.
Tuesday morning's attack on a reservist in Tel Aviv is the latest violent incident in a wave of Haredi protests against the arrest of draft evaders. As The Zioneer has reported, similar protests have occurred in recent weeks, including blockades and confrontations with police.
The victim, Idan Ben David, told i24NEWS that he was attacked by protesters who tore his shirt and left marks on his body. The protest was held outside the residence of the Attorney General.
It is not yet clear whether any arrests were made or if the victim required medical treatment. Police have not issued a statement.
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