Jerusalem, 8 October, 2026 (TPS-IL) — A Haredi protester was struck and injured by a vehicle during an anti-draft demonstration in Jerusalem, Israeli media reported Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred as protesters blocked roads during demonstrations over the enlistment of Haredi yeshiva students.
According to initial reports, the protester stood in front of a vehicle during the demonstration. The driver moved forward and struck him, leaving him injured. Police responded to the incident and detained the driver for questioning.
The demonstrations were part of ongoing protests by Haredi groups opposing military recruitment requirements for yeshiva students. Protesters have blocked roads in Jerusalem and other locations in recent demonstrations, prompting police deployments and traffic disruptions.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the collision, including what happened immediately before the vehicle moved toward the protester.