Jerusalem Cafe Closes on Saturdays Amid Weekly Ultra-Orthodox Protests
Translated & summarized from Ynet by baba
The "B'smla" cafe in Jerusalem will close on Saturdays due to ongoing weekly protests by ultra-Orthodox demonstrators. The decision was made by the management to de-escalate tensions and restore peace.
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- Jerusalem cafe "B'smla" to close on Saturdays.
- Weekly ultra-Orthodox protests have been ongoing for two months.
- Management cites de-escalation and peace as reasons for closure.
- Decision follows prolonged deliberation by cafe owners.
A Jerusalem cafe, "B'smla," will officially close on Saturdays starting this coming weekend, following approximately two months of weekly protests by ultra-Orthodox demonstrators. The cafe had become a focal point for the demonstrations each Shabbat.
The management announced the decision, stating it was made after prolonged deliberation and with a heavy heart. The goal is to de-escalate tensions and restore peace to the establishment, according to a statement released by the cafe.
The protests have disrupted the cafe's operations and atmosphere, leading to the difficult decision to cease opening on Saturdays.
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