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Police Disperse Haredi Roadblock After Nearly Two Hours

8/30/2026

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Haredi protesters, 30-50 strong, blocked Jerusalem’s entrance on Saturday, halting traffic for nearly two hours.
Police dispersed the roadblocks and restored traffic flow, according to a police statement.
Deputy Mayor Adir Schwartz said the blockade crossed a red line and warned intimidation would fail.
In Bnei Brak, police moved containers that blocked a road to Mitcham HaSoferim before Shabbat and summoned the driver.

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Haredi protesters, 30-50 strong, blocked Jerusalem’s entrance on Saturday, halting traffic for nearly two hours.
Police dispersed the roadblocks and restored traffic flow, according to a police statement.
Deputy Mayor Adir Schwartz said the blockade crossed a red line and warned intimidation would fail.
In Bnei Brak, police moved containers that blocked a road to Mitcham HaSoferim before Shabbat and summoned the driver.