Amman has explained that policy of removing visibly Jewish features and items is for the Israelis' security. A recent incident had 150 Haredim detained for 48 hours.

Chaotic night in Israel as thousands block major roads. Dramatic scenes triggered by enactment of first judicial reform bill. State Party Chairman Benny Gantz promises to roll back the legislation while Opposition Leader Yair Lapid says, "This government can win the battle, but not the war."

Justice Minister Yariv Levin, the architect of the plan, says parliament has taken the “first step in an important historic process” of overhauling the judiciary.

With a key portion of the overhaul passed on Monday, protesters are vowing further "days of disruption" and calling for strikes and general unrest.