Three minors from East Jerusalem were arrested after police spotters identified them allegedly attacking minors who were praying at the Small Kotel (the Western Wall's smaller section). Their detention was extended in court until June 24, according to Israeli media.
The three suspects, residents of East Jerusalem and all minors, were apprehended by Jerusalem police spotters who witnessed them allegedly assaulting minors praying at the Small Kotel, a historic section of the Western Wall plaza. As The Zioneer reported earlier this evening, the initial arrest was confirmed by a police source. The court extended their detention until June 24, 2026, as an investigation continues. No further details on the identity of the victims or the specific nature of the alleged attack have been released.
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