DEVELOPING: An Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) detainee escaped from a military vehicle at the Kfar Yona junction on September 17th, 2025, at approximately 8:45 PM UTC. The escape occurred during a demonstration where protesters threw stones and tear gas at the vehicle transporting detainees to a military prison, resulting in two IDF soldiers sustaining minor injuries from the tear gas. The IDF spokesperson stated that the detainee managed to escape during the incident, which involved a demonstration against the enforcement activity. The two soldiers who were injured received medical treatment at the scene and did not require evacuation. The IDF condemned the actions against its personnel and affirmed its commitment to enforcing the law. This incident occurred as the IDF continues its enforcement activities. The previous report mentioned an ultra-Orthodox individual escaping custody on September 17th, 2025, with the assistance of protesters near a military prison in Jerusalem. The context of ongoing Israeli ground maneuvers in Gaza City was also noted in prior reporting. Earlier on September 17th, the Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza reported 98 deaths and 385 injuries in the past 24 hours. Simultaneously, Fiji officially opened its embassy in Jerusalem on September 17th, attended by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
