Jerusalem Light Rail Faces Massive Losses and Delays Due to Ultra-Orthodox Protests
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First reported by N12 · 2 hours ago
What happened
Jerusalem's Green Line light rail project faces a 400 million shekel loss and significant delays due to six years of ultra-Orthodox protests and vandalism along Bar-Ilan Street. The project segment affected by protests is now postponed until at least 2027, while other sections are set to open this year. Authorities have pursued legal actions against protesters to mitigate ongoing disruptions.
- 01Ultra-Orthodox protests caused 400 million shekels in damage to Jerusalem's Green Line light rail.
- 02The Bar-Ilan Street segment's completion delayed until at least the end of 2027 due to vandalism.
- 03Southern segment from Malha to Tzurim is expected to open later this year after trial runs.
- 04Dozens of indictments filed against protesters for disorder and vandalism offenses.
- 05Jerusalem Municipality and Moriah filed civil suits seeking compensation for damages and delays.
- 06Police maintain zero tolerance for violence and obstruction during protests along the rail line.
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