Israeli police say they have arrested several people suspected of spitting in the direction of Christian pilgrims and churches in Jerusalem.
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Police also arrested four other suspects for spitting toward churches on Wednesday. One was charged with assault, and four were charged with unlawful disorderly conduct, police spokesperson Dean Elsdunne said.Thousands rally in support of Israel’s judicial overhaul before a major court hearing next week
This week has been particularly tense, with ultra-Orthodox Jews carrying ritual palm fronds for Sukkot parading through the Via Dolorosa, where Christians believe Jesus hauled his cross toward his crucifixion, in the Old City, alongside Christian pilgrims.
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