While Israel enforces law, internal extremists disrupt unity as hostile regional actors exploit every weakness.
Hundreds of Haredi extremists paralyzed a central national artery on Monday, blocking Highway 4 near Bnei Brak in protest over the arrest of two draft dodgers. The illegal demonstration brought traffic to a standstill in both directions between the Alluf Sdeh and Em HaMoshavot interchanges, disrupting civilian life and emergency mobility.
Police on the scene formally declared the gathering unlawful and moved decisively to reopen the roadway, using force to disperse rioters and restore public order. Authorities urged motorists to avoid the Geha–Alluf Sdeh corridor and use alternate routes while clearance operations continued.
At a moment when Israel faces constant pressure from hostile regional actors and ongoing security challenges, such internal lawlessness undermines national resilience and social cohesion. Enforcing equal civic responsibility—including military service—is a cornerstone of Israel’s democratic strength. Attempts to fracture that principle only embolden enemies who seek to portray Israeli society as divided and weak.
