Police arrest 3 at protest against Jerualem festival
Rioters reportedly throw stones, bottles at cops in demonstration against Light Festival in Old City
Three Palestinian residents of Jerusalem were arrested Wednesday night as hundreds protested against the annual Light Festival in the capital’s Old City.
The protesters allegedly hurled rocks and bottles toward police at the Damascus Gate, where part of the art installations were set up. They also attempted to sabotage electronics in a bid to prevent the opening of the festival, according to online news site Ynet.
Israeli security personnel responded with riot control measures, and arrested three men, who were held for questioning.
The Jerusalem Light Festival, currently in its seventh year, allows visitors to walk through illuminated trails along the Old City and view art installations and videos projected on ancient buildings.
According to the event’s website, the festival drew about 250,000 visitors in previous years.