Jewish right - wing extremists protest Arab construction in neighboring area . Bedouin farmers who are Israeli citizens organize counter - protests . More than 1,000 police officers deployed to calm the protesters . In the town center , residents held a demonstration with lawmakers from Israeli Arab parties in attendance . Main streets closed to prevent violence ; march ends peacefully .
Jewish right - wing extremists protest Arab construction in neighboring area . Bedouin farmers who are Israeli citizens organize counter - protests . More than 1,000 police officers deployed to calm the protesters . Main streets closed to prevent violence ; march ends peacefully .