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Haredi Protesters Overturn IDF Military Police Car as Draft‑Evasion Arrest in Ramat Gan Fails

The late-night clash underscores persistent tensions between conscription enforcement and parts of the ultra-Orthodox community.

Overview

  • IDF Military Police sought to detain a yeshiva student late Wednesday in Ramat Gan, but the target was not at home and remains unapprehended.
  • Large crowds gathered, obstructed the operation, and overturned a Military Police vehicle, with no injuries reported and damage limited to the car.
  • Israel Police said Dan District officers dispersed the crowd, assisted in extracting Military Police personnel, and arrested two suspects for questioning.
  • The IDF condemned attempts to harm soldiers and stated that enforcement of draft laws will continue within its authority.
  • VINnews reported that the Jerusalem faction’s alert lines quickly drew hundreds to Meir Baal HaNes Street, with protesters blocking police vehicles.