Haredi protesters block IDF Central Command entrance in Jerusalem over conscription fears

Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) protesters disrupted operations at the IDF's Central Command headquarters in Jerusalem on Tuesday. Videos circulating online show demonstrators blocking the entrance, preventing soldiers from accessing the base. The protesters were demonstrating against mandatory military conscription for ultra-Orthodox men. They were seen screaming at soldiers and sitting in the gateway, refusing to let personnel pass.

Police officers were present at the scene, attempting to disperse the protest. Soldiers from the base also tried to remove the demonstrators. The Jerusalem Post reported on earlier protests on Monday, where haredi men attempted to enter the Jerusalem light rail and blocked traffic on Bar Ilan Street before being dispersed by police. In a separate incident on Sunday, police arrested an individual for damaging construction sites and engaging in altercations with workers.

No official statements had been issued by the military or police regarding Tuesday's protest at the Central Command headquarters at the time of reporting. The situation was described as developing.