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Ultra-Orthodox Protesters Again Damage Jerusalem Light Rail Works
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50% centerFirst reported by Ynet · 2 days ago
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What happened
Ultra-Orthodox extremists disrupted and damaged a Jerusalem light rail construction site near Bar Ilan on Tuesday. Police said they removed the protesters and kept all roads open, while the group has repeatedly attacked the project for three years. The reported damage has reached about $400 million.
- 01Haredi extremists damaged a Jerusalem light rail worksite near Bar Ilan on Tuesday.
- 02The protests have recurred for three years, causing about $400 million in damage.
- 03Protesters oppose the light rail route through their neighborhood.
- 04Some arrived with toddlers in strollers, anticipating police removal.
- 05Police said roads stayed open and work would continue normally.
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