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world18 days ago•3 min saved

Mob chases two female IDF soldiers in Bnei Brak, highlighting conscription tensions

Hundreds of ultra-Orthodox men chased two female IDF squad commanders during an official home visit in Bnei Brak, leading to riot police intervention with stun grenades, 23 arrests, and injuries to three officers. Prime Minister Netanyahu condemned the chaos, while footage showed local support for the Haredim. The incident underscores long-running disputes over ultra-Orthodox military service amid Israel’s Gaza war and a 2024 Supreme Court ruling that opened conscription for the community, fueling political tensions within the coalition.

via Middle East Eye|

#bnei-brak #conscription #idf

terrorism2 years ago•2 min saved

Multiple Attacks in Israel Leave Several Injured, Suspected Terrorist Shot Dead

A 14-year-old Palestinian from the Jenin area of the West Bank was arrested for allegedly stabbing and lightly injuring an Israeli man in Bnei Brak. The attacker claimed it was in response to an IDF operation in Jenin. The incident is being investigated as a suspected terror attack. The IDF has been conducting operations in the Jenin area due to a series of Palestinian terror attacks against Israelis.

via The Times of Israel|

#bnei-brak #idf-operation #jenin