Before the disaster memorial service: Dozens of extremists confront police at the entrance to the compound

The extremists try to disrupt the ceremony that will begin tonight, throwing objects and shouting at the police.

Some of the bereaved families are unable to reach the incident site due to the riots at the entrance.

Earlier, the extremists managed to break through the police checkpoint at the entrance to the tomb complex, and remained there contrary to police instructions.

Yaki Adamkar

19/05/2022

Thursday, 19 May 2022, 19:16 Updated: 19:32

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The clashes, tonight (Photo: Yaki Adamkar)

Clashes between dozens of extremists and the police began tonight (Thursday) at the tomb complex in Meron, where the memorial service for the disaster that occurred last year is expected to begin at this time.

Following the clashes, some of the bereaved families are unable to attend.

Protesters throw glass bottles at police, and some shout "This is your end."

Earlier today, the extremists managed to break through the police checkpoint at the entrance to the tomb complex in Meron, and remained there in violation of police instructions.

Due to this, the police at the nearby checkpoints do not allow more worshipers to enter the area.

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