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A television crew was attacked during a Haredi protest on Highway 4 near Bnei Brak on Thursday, according to a police statement. Demonstrators threw stones at the crew, injuring a female reporter in the head, while a cameraman was attacked with an iron rod.

Both the injured journalist and cameraman filed complaints at Bnei Brak police station following the incident. The attack represents a serious breach of press freedom during the ongoing Haredi demonstrations.

The incident highlights escalating tensions during recent Haredi protests and raises concerns about the safety of media personnel covering public demonstrations in Israel.

Sources: Times of Israel, Walla