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Protests Continue Over Jerusalem Cafe Open on Shabbat with Support from Yair Golan

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First reported by Mako · 15 hours ago

What happened

In Jerusalem, ultra-Orthodox protesters have demonstrated for six weeks against the Basemta cafe's operation on Shabbat, while hundreds, including Democratic Party leader Yair Golan, have supported the cafe. Police maintained a strong presence amid clashes, reflecting the broader societal conflict over Shabbat observance in the city.

01Ultra-Orthodox protesters have opposed the Basemta cafe's Shabbat opening for six weeks in Jerusalem.
02Hundreds of supporters, including Democratic Party leader Yair Golan, backed the cafe during protests.
03Police deployed reinforced forces and blocked access to prevent clashes between protesters and supporters.
04Confrontations occurred as some ultra-Orthodox protesters tried to breach police barriers.
05Golan's attendance added a political aspect to the dispute over Jerusalem's public space and Shabbat observance.
06The cafe has become a symbol of the wider cultural and religious conflict in Jerusalem.

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