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Israel Approves Expansion of Coastal Railway to Cut Haifa-Tel Aviv Travel to 30 Minutes by 2034

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First reported by Now 14 · 5 hours ago

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Israel's National Infrastructure Committee approved expanding the coastal railway to reduce Haifa-Tel Aviv travel to 30 minutes, with completion expected by 2034. The project aims to improve connectivity and provide a fast alternative to cars, though some residents remain skeptical about the timeline.

01National Infrastructure Committee approves coastal railway expansion between Haifa and Tel Aviv.
02Project aims to reduce travel time to about 30 minutes by end of 2034.
03High-speed trains will stop at limited stations; suburban services continue frequently.
04Construction on the approved section starts after tender and contractor selection.
05Transportation Minister Miri Regev calls it a national project enhancing mobility and alternatives to cars.
06Some Haifa residents express skepticism about project timelines and past delays.

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