Defense Minister Israel Katz also “strongly condemns” the attack on two female soldiers in Bnei Brak.
“I strongly condemn the violent attack against IDF female soldiers in Bnei Brak by a handful of rioters,” Katz says in a statement.
“Anyone who raises a hand against the security forces, against the soldiers of the IDF, and against Israel Police officers, crosses a red line. Violence against those serving in uniform is a criminal act in every respect, not protest,” he says.
Katz says he calls on ultra-Orthodox community leaders “to denounce the [attack],” and for law enforcement to “act decisively and bring to justice everyone who took part in the severe attack.”
“The State of Israel will not allow harm to the security forces and will not turn a blind eye to violence of any kind,” he adds.
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