Public disorder in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh following deserter arrests

Protesters from the Edah HaChareidit are blocking major roads to protest the arrest of three deserters near the Dead Sea.

Demonstrations by the anti-Zionist faction "Edah HaChareidit" took place today in Jerusalem and Beit Shemesh, following the arrest of three military deserters near the Dead Sea. According to reports from Maariv and ynet, protesters blocked Route 38 near Beit Shemesh and disrupted light rail operations in Jerusalem near Sarei Yisrael Street.

Police are preparing to clear the protesters from the blocked routes and have urged drivers to avoid the affected areas. At this stage, no further details regarding the development of the events have been released.