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World News | Violent Clash Erupts at Protest in Western Galilee

Get latest articles and stories on World at LatestLY. According to people at the scene, a vehicle approaching from Ma’alot stopped at the intersection, and the female driver allegedly shouted insults and accusations at protesters before attempting to drive toward demonstrators standing at a crosswalk.

World News | Violent Clash Erupts at Protest in Western Galilee
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Tel Aviv [Israel], October 4 (ANI/TPS): A violent confrontation erupted Saturday evening at a protest junction in Kabri in Israel’s Western Galilee.

According to people at the scene, a vehicle approaching from Ma’alot stopped at the intersection, and the female driver allegedly shouted insults and accusations at protesters before attempting to drive toward demonstrators standing at a crosswalk.

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Two passengers then reportedly exited the vehicle. One allegedly violently snatched an Israeli flag from a retiree, used the flagpole in an attempt to attack other protesters, and broke two additional flags. No physical injuries were reported, but the incident caused a disturbance at the scene.

The incident occurred amid dozens of anti-government protests at intersections and roads across northern and central Israel. Organisers said the demonstrations also included memorial ceremonies for those killed on October 7.

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Police did not immediately report arrests in connection with the Kabri confrontation. (ANI/TPS)

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