Light rail construction site targeted in latest Jerusalem protest

Protesters attempting to damage infrastructure at a Jerusalem light rail construction site, according to N12 reporter Eli Hirschmann.

Protesters at a Jerusalem light rail construction site attempted to damage infrastructure during a demonstration on Sunday evening, according to N12 reporter Eli Hirschmann. The protest is part of a wave of demonstrations by ultra-Orthodox activists against the light rail project, which has seen repeated disruptions in recent days. Earlier this week, similar protests blocked tracks and led to arrests. Police have not yet issued a statement on tonight's events.

4 developments

1. 22 hours ago · 22:13 · 14 JunLatest

   Satmar protesters set fires at several locations on Bar Ilan Street.

2. 20:27 · 14 Jun

   Protesters are now attempting to damage light rail construction infrastructure.

3. 20:19 · 14 Jun

   Police officially declare the protest a disturbance of order

• Developing7 days ago · 20:47 · 8 JunUltra-Orthodox protesters set fire near Jerusalem light rail construction site
• Developing7 days ago · 22:17 · 8 JunPolice arrest two suspects for vandalism at Jerusalem light rail construction site
• Strong4 days ago · 19:28 · 11 JunHaredi protesters block highways, halt trains across central Israel
• Strong6 days ago · 13:30 · 9 JunHaredim block Jerusalem road in protest over draft dodger arrest report

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