"Haredi Spitting Attack on Christians Sparks Outrage with Viral Video Evidence"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Times of Israel
A video showing ultra-Orthodox Jews, including children, spitting at Christian worshippers in Jerusalem's Old City has drawn widespread condemnation. Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, rejected the idea that spitting was a Jewish tradition or religious imperative. The incident has raised concerns about Israel's standing among pilgrims and its image as a safe home for Christians. Police have begun taking action and making arrests in response to the harassment of Christians in the city. Christian clergy in the Old City describe a deteriorating atmosphere of harassment and fear that incidents could escalate into violence.