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Israelis block Ayalon again at end of third 'Day of Disruption'

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
 Israeli reserve soldiers and activists protest against the Israeli government's planned judicial overhaul, in the city of Bnei Brak, March 16, 2023 (photo credit: FLASH90)
Israeli reserve soldiers and activists protest against the Israeli government's planned judicial overhaul, in the city of Bnei Brak, March 16, 2023
(photo credit: FLASH90)

Israeli artists draw a red line to High Court in protest of judicial reform

The protesters noted in a statement that the paint used was designed specifically for the demonstration, noting that it is "easy to paint over."

By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
 The red line drawn by Israeli protesters as part of a 'Day of Disruption' in Jerusalem on Thursday, March 16, 2023 (photo credit: Amir Golstein)
The red line drawn by Israeli protesters as part of a 'Day of Disruption' in Jerusalem on Thursday, March 16, 2023
(photo credit: Amir Golstein)

The "Day of Disruption" kicked off earlier than planned early on Thursday morning when dozens of Israeli artists painted a red line on the road to Israel's High Court of Justice in Jerusalem. 

Launching another day of marches, demonstrations and road closures as part of the nationwide judicial reform protest, the artists' demonstration represents the "inseparable connection between an independent judiciary and the freedoms of speech and expression through art, leisure, culture and sports," as per protest organizers.

Five of the artists were arrested, Israel Police said.

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Important facts


  • Israel's third "Day of Disruption" kicked off on Thursday
  • At least 10 arrested so far in different demonstrations across the country
  • Protesters block roads in Tel Aviv and Haifa
  • Police forcibly remove protesters who refused to clear Ayalon Highway