Israel: Protest ongoing along Jaffa Street, Jerusalem, March 6

Event

Members of the Jewish Ultra-Orthodox community are protesting along Jaffa Street in Jerusalem, Israel, March 6. Protesters have blocked the intersection to traffic and light rail services have been disrupted in the area. Clashes between police and protesters have been reported. The demonstration is taking place following the arrest of a student from Beit Shemesh.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the demonstration site. Further confrontations between security forces and protesters cannot be ruled out, especially if demonstrators are overly disruptive or fail to observe existing COVID-19 social distancing guidelines and police instructions.

Advice

Avoid all protests. Adhere to the directives of authorities. Plan for localized ground transport disruptions in the area.