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Jerusalem Police Ban Annual Pilgrimage to Rabbi Yitzhak Gabara's Tomb in Ajjur for Second Year
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 3 hours ago
What happened
- 01Jerusalem police ban the annual pilgrimage to Rabbi Yitzhak Gabara's tomb in Ajjur for the second consecutive year.
- 02The ban includes a total prohibition on entering Ajjur and surrounding areas during the event.
- 03Police cited serious safety and organizational failures, including lack of crowd control and lighting.
- 04Organizers expected over 20,000 participants but failed to meet required safety conditions.
- 05Event spokesperson expressed regret and said preparations were made with police cooperation.
- 06Authorities urge the public to obey the ban until further notice to ensure safety.
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