[73253] Preparations for widespread traffic disruptions following Haredi protests across the country

Expected disruptions on major traffic arteries

According to a report on News from the Field on Telegram, the Haredi public is preparing today, May 28, 2026, for a widespread wave of protests across the country. The protest, which comes in response to a "wave of deserter arrests," is expected to lead to significant traffic disruptions starting at 17:00.

Protest focal points and preparation for closures

In a message published by Rabbi Zvi Friedman, a "giant protest" was announced in the center region, alongside another protest by "Bnei HaTorah HaSfaradim" (Sephardic Torah students) in Jerusalem. According to the information distributed on News from the Field on Telegram, the main friction points are expected to include:

• Highway 4, which is expected to be blocked in both directions.


• The Ayalon Highway, which is expected to become a central focus for protests.


• The entrances to the city of Jerusalem.

The channel, which is identified by its positions critical of the current government and Netanyahu, emphasizes that this is a preparation for "extreme congestion" as a result of the planned protest.