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Jerusalem Cafe Considers Weekend Closure Amid Sabbath Protest Violence
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First reported by N12 · 1 hour ago
What happened
Jerusalem's "Cafe Basmeta" may close on Saturdays due to ongoing, sometimes violent, protests against its Sabbath operations. The cafe has faced vandalism and confrontations for over six weeks.
- 01Jerusalem cafe may close on Saturdays due to protests.
- 02Protests against Sabbath desecration have lasted over six weeks.
- 03The cafe has experienced vandalism and confrontations.
- 04Haredi leaders are pushing back against Sabbath observance.
- 05Management seeks to end the conflict and restore peace.
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