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Jerusalem Launches New L3 Light Rail Line Connecting Key City Areas and Sports Venues

Jerusalem launched its second light rail line, L3, connecting central locations, government offices, universities, and sports venues. The line aims to reduce traffic congestion and will increase train frequency during major events. Further expansions are planned to create a full light rail network by 2027.

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  1. 01Jerusalem opened the L3 light rail line early morning, expanding beyond the original Red Line (L1).
  2. 02L3 connects key sites including Mahane Yehuda, government offices, Hebrew University, and sports stadiums.
  3. 03Trains run every 8 minutes during peak times, increasing to every 3-4 minutes for large events.
  4. 04Rolling stock includes both older Alstom and new CAF trains operated by Kfir consortium.
  5. 05Future L4 and L5 lines will extend service to more neighborhoods within 18 months.
  6. 06Jerusalem aims to offer most residents alternatives to traffic jams by 2027 with expanded rail and bike paths.
Translated and summarized by baba from Walla, the latest report. Read Walla’s original

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