A large-scale vehicle protest in support of imprisoned bnei Torah is set to take place this afternoon, with thousands of drivers expected to depart from 19 locations across Israel and travel in organized convoys toward Military Prison 10.

Organizers say the demonstration will begin at 4:00 p.m. and is intended as a show of solidarity, protest, and unity on behalf of those they describe as “prisoners of the Torah world.” Participants will carry the message: “Enough is enough! There is no path without the path of Torah!”

Calls to participate have been issued by numerous major chassidic courts and organizations. The Eidah HaChareidis has also encouraged participation. Within Shas, senior Moetzes member Rav Moshe Maya stated that participation was obligatory, while party officials themselves have refrained from endorsing the event.

According to organizers, the protest’s objectives are clear: the immediate release of all detained bnei Torah, an end to what they describe as unjust arrests, and the cancellation of all government measures targeting lomdei Torah and their families.

“We will not remain silent while our brothers sit behind bars for the ‘crime’ of learning Torah, and while bnei yeshivah and avreichim are pursued in the streets,” organizers said, urging the broader public to join the demonstration and voice opposition to what they characterize as the persecution of Torah learners in Eretz Yisroel.

Thousands of drivers have already registered through the protest’s internal hotline. Organizers said detailed instructions have been distributed to participants ahead of the journey to the military prison.

In recent hours, the organizing committee reported an unusually high volume of registration requests. The surge in calls from drivers seeking to finalize their participation reportedly caused temporary technical disruptions and a partial system crash, which communications teams were working to resolve.

Ahead of the event, organizers released a comprehensive set of guidelines for participants and encouraged drivers to decorate their vehicles with signs, banners, and informational materials supporting the cause. Volunteers will be stationed at departure points to assist with the installation of flags and signage in a safe and secure manner.

Participants have also been instructed to connect to the protest’s internal command hotline before departure. Organizers emphasized that all official updates, route changes, and emergency instructions will be communicated exclusively through that channel.

The committee stressed that the convoy has been fully coordinated with Israeli police and urged participants to avoid confrontations with law enforcement officers, bystanders, or other motorists. Drivers were specifically instructed not to engage in arguments, provocations, or any behavior that could lead to conflict.

Organizers further emphasized that roadways and intersections must not be blocked under any circumstances. The goal, they said, is to express protest in a dignified and lawful manner while avoiding physical or verbal altercations. Drivers were also instructed to cooperate respectfully with police officers and comply calmly with any requests made during the event.

The convoys are expected to travel at a steady speed of approximately 50 kilometers per hour, subject to traffic and road conditions. Participants have been instructed to maintain greater-than-normal following distances to reduce the risk of accidents and sudden braking.

Drivers were warned not to stop their vehicles along the route, as doing so could create dangerous conditions and potentially expose participants to fines or enforcement actions. Organizers also instructed participants to remain in the right lane, noting that slow travel in the left lane would violate traffic regulations and interfere with normal traffic flow.

Because the demonstration could last several hours and may involve extended delays, participants have been advised to prepare accordingly by bringing water, food, a full tank of fuel, and Torah study materials or other appropriate activities for waiting periods.

Organizers added that a central command center will remain available throughout the event to assist with emergencies, technical issues, and logistical needs. They noted that all operational guidelines and legal instructions for the protest were reviewed and approved by attorney Nosson Rosenblatt.

{Matzav.com}