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Mayor Attacked by Extremists Amid Rising Tensions in Beit Shemesh

3/20/2025

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On March 19, 2025, chaos erupted in Beit Shemesh as Mayor Shmuel Greenberg faced a brutal attack by haredi extremists following a family event. His vehicle was vandalized, and his son was left needing medical care. This alarming incident underscores the escalating conflict between ultra-Orthodox factions and government officials, prompting leaders to call for urgent dialogue and restoration of public order.

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On March 19, 2025, chaos erupted in Beit Shemesh as Mayor Shmuel Greenberg faced a brutal attack by haredi extremists following a family event. His vehicle was vandalized, and his son was left needing medical care. This alarming incident underscores the escalating conflict between ultra-Orthodox factions and government officials, prompting leaders to call for urgent dialogue and restoration of public order.