Jerusalem Cafe to Close on Saturdays Amid Haredi Protests
A cafe in Jerusalem's Nachlaot neighborhood, "Kafé Basimta," will cease operating on Saturdays starting this weekend, following nearly two months of persistent protests by Haredi demonstrators. The cafe's management announced the decision on Thursday, stating it was made after considerable deliberation and with the aim of de-escalating tensions and restoring peace to the area.
The protests, which involved disruptions and confrontations, centered on the cafe's decision to remain open on the Jewish Sabbath. The Haredi demonstrators viewed the cafe's operation on Saturdays as a violation of religious tradition and a provocation.
Management expressed that the closure on Saturdays is intended to lower the 'flames' and bring quiet back to the neighborhood, acknowledging the cafe had become a focal point for animosity. The decision comes into effect immediately, impacting operations from the upcoming weekend.
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