Jerusalem Woman Arrested for Vandalizing Cafe Open on Sabbath

Israeli police arrested a 75-year-old woman from Jerusalem on suspicion of repeatedly vandalizing a cafe that opened on the Sabbath in central Jerusalem. The cafe, named "Basemta," began operating on the Jewish day of rest, prompting local opposition. Authorities say the woman was involved in multiple incidents including graffiti spraying, throwing waste at the premises, and damaging the cafe's entrance lock. These acts were documented by the cafe owners, who filed a police complaint. Following her arrest, the woman was brought before the Jerusalem Magistrate's Court, which released her under restrictive conditions. The court ordered her to stay at least 30 meters away from the cafe for 180 days. The case comes amid recent heated protests in Jerusalem against businesses operating on the Sabbath, which have occasionally led to clashes between demonstrators and police.