The radical Orthodox Lithuanian Jewish group wanted to protest the arrest of an Orthodox IDF deserter earlier this week, something that has been happening quite a bit lately. Police managed to prevent the protests in most parts and stopped Orthodox Jews from reaching the site, including detaining their buses on the way. 40 protesters were detained in Jerusalem adjacent to the course of the marathon due to concerns that they might try to disrupt the race. More than 30,000 runners, including approximately 3,500 international athletes representing 65 countries, took part in the marathon. The main event was won by Kenyan Shadrack Kipkogey, who finished the marathon in 2:17:36.
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