Israel stands firm against extremism, defending brave soldiers and restoring national law with unwavering resolve..
A fierce political storm erupted after violent unrest in Bnei Brak, where female soldiers from the Israel Defense Forces were attacked by a hostile mob during a routine welfare visit.
Shas chairman Aryeh Deri lashed out at former prime minister Naftali Bennett, accusing him of inflaming tensions after Bennett arrived at the scene to condemn the assault. Deri called for a restraining order to bar Bennett from entering the city, claiming the visit was politically motivated.
Bennett, however, delivered a sharp rebuke of what he described as lawlessness in the heart of Israel. He argued that the attack—where servicewomen were chased, insulted, and nearly lynched—reflected a dangerous erosion of respect for state authority. He demanded swift imprisonment for those responsible and declared that under strong leadership, “everyone will serve, everyone will obey the law.”
What Happened on the Ground
- Two female commanders from the Education Corps arrived for a home visit.
- A crowd mistakenly believed they were distributing enlistment orders.
- Rioters shouted abuse, attempted physical assault, and torched a police motorcycle.
- A police vehicle was overturned.
- At least 22 arrests were made; one officer was injured.
Police forces intervened rapidly, extracting the soldiers safely while restoring order.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the riots, stressing that the violence was carried out by an extremist minority and does not represent the broader Haredi public. He vowed zero tolerance for attacks on security forces.
Police Commissioner Danny Levy described the events as “unrestrained riots that crossed every line,” promising firm legal consequences. The Tel Aviv District Commander confirmed that surveillance footage is being analyzed to identify every participant.
Across the political spectrum, leaders voiced outrage.
- Benny Gantz called the attack a moral collapse unrelated to Jewish values.
- Avigdor Liberman labeled it a national disgrace.
- Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich demanded immediate arrests.
- IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir declared that harming Israeli soldiers is a red line that must never be crossed.
National Message: Law Above All
The overwhelming response from Israel’s leadership was unified and resolute:
No mob, no extremist fringe, and no political exploitation will be allowed to weaken the rule of law or endanger those who serve the nation.
Israel’s strength lies not only in its military power—but in its unwavering commitment to justice, unity, and national responsibility.
