Jerusalem capital

This week in Jerusalem – A round-up of city affairs

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 Sanctions loom Will the Knesset sanction government offices that refuse to move to Jerusalem? Following a debate at the Economic Committee led by City Councilman Ofer Berkovitch (Hitorerut), committee chairman MK Ya’acov Margi (Shas) announced his decision to submit a bill regarding the matter. For more than nine years, Berkovitch has tried to promote … Read more

Criminal mischief on the Mesila

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The iconic Mesila Park, connecting the neighborhoods from the Germany Colony all the way to Patt, has had its challenges during – and before – the coronavirus crisis. From sexual harassment reports and a book station burning to petty and organized crimes, one of Jerusalem’s landmarks, a symbol of coexistence and entertainment to its … Read more