Several participants, including a policeman, were injured in an attack by extremists at a reformist Jewish synagogue in the Israeli region of Raina.
According to Israeli media, a video screening of the Israeli-Palestinian joint commemorative ceremony was underway at the Jewish synagogue aimed at promoting peace and reconciliation between the Israeli Arab community.
Dozens of right -wing party invaders broke out, set fire to the reformist Jewish, and tortured the participants.
The attackers were raising the Israeli flag and threatening the participants to “go to Gaza” and “have all Arab prostitutes”.
Police barely evacuated the participants in small groups, but the protesters also attacked and damaged their vehicles.
The woman who attended the event said that we were hit with stones, kicking and slaps, even spitting on us. We thought we would be killed today.
A Laulhani woman said that my head was stoned, while another person said that her sister’s car was broken with stones despite being inside.
The Israeli MP and reformist Rabbi termed the incident a systematic attack and criticized the police that despite warning, proper security was not provided.
According to police, four police officers and 3 participants were injured in the attack by extremists while three attackers were arrested.
Police say three persons have been arrested and taken for investigation and will be requested to extend their remand soon.
The incident was also condemned by various organizations and leaders, while Lakod Party local leader Rakhli Ben Arya Satta supported the protesters and said, “This is just the beginning.
On the other hand, organizers and other organizations have announced their message of peace, justice and mutual respect despite the attack.
It is to be noted that about 80 people were present at the ceremony held at the “Combatnts for Peace” and the “Parents Circle – Familys Forum” in Bait Shamueli.
