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Jerusalem Light Rail Line L3 Set to Open Soon Connecting Key City Areas

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First reported by Kan News · 6 hours ago

What happened

Jerusalem's light rail line L3, spanning 7 kilometers with 13 stations, will open soon, connecting key city areas and linking with the existing red line. Future expansions include lines L4 and extensions to Mount Scopus, aiming to serve 600,000 daily passengers and enhance city-wide transport connectivity.

  • 01Jerusalem's light rail line L3 will open soon, connecting Tzurim and Malha stations over 7 km.
  • 02L3 intersects with the existing red line L1 at two major points in the city.
  • 03Future expansions include line L4 to Gilo and an extension to Mount Scopus.
  • 04Officials highlight the project’s role in uniting Israel and boosting economic growth.
  • 05The full network will include eight lines serving about 600,000 passengers daily.
  • 06Integration with Israel Railways and bus lines will create a seamless national transport system.

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Full coverage · 3 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Channel 13Center · Hebrew22 minutes ago
Jerusalem Light Rail Line L3 Set to Open Soon Connecting Key City Areas
CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew1 hour ago
Jerusalem Launches First Segment of Green Light Rail Line After a Decade of Delays
Kan NewsCenter · Hebrew6 hours ago
Jerusalem Launches New 7-Kilometer Light Rail Line Connecting Key City Areas

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