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Israeli Government Names Section of Route 443 After Former Minister David Levy

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First reported by Srugim · 3 hours ago

What happened

Israel's government has named a section of Route 443 after former minister David Levy, honoring his long public service and social contributions. The road segment lies between Ben Shemen and Beitunia/Givat Ze'ev, connecting key regions including Jerusalem and central Israel. Levy, a Likud Knesset member and minister for two decades, was recognized for his work on neighborhood rehabilitation and social aid.

  • 01Israeli government names part of Route 443 after former minister David Levy.
  • 02The section is between Ben Shemen interchange and Beitunia/Givat Ze'ev junction.
  • 03Route 443 links Jerusalem, Modiin, Judea and Samaria, Shephelah, and central Israel.
  • 04Netanyahu praised Levy's dedication and leadership in social and peripheral town development.
  • 05Levy served about 20 years as a Likud Knesset member and minister.
  • 06Levy received the Israel Prize for his neighborhood rehabilitation and social work.

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YnetCenter · Hebrew36 minutes ago
Israeli Government Names Section of Route 443 After Former Minister David Levy
SrugimRight · Hebrew3 hours ago
Israel Renames Highway 443 to Honor Late Minister David Levy

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