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Stones Shatter Rear Window of Jerusalem Mayor’s Car During Meah Shearim Visit

Police launched an investigation, with the municipality condemning attempts to intimidate elected leaders.

Overview

  • Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion was inside the vehicle when stones struck it on Avinoam Yellin Street, but he was not injured.
  • The rear window was damaged during the Monday evening visit to the Meah Shearim neighborhood, and the mayor continued his schedule.
  • Israel Police dispatched units to the scene and opened an investigation into the attack.
  • Hebrew media reported that officers conducted searches to locate the perpetrators, though no arrests or identifications have been announced.
  • Officials framed the incident against recent tensions over conscription policy, after ultra-Orthodox protesters targeted lawmakers involved in related legislation.