Daily Archives: May 31, 2020

Israel Hayom: Plans for high-speed transportation in Jerusalem threaten to derail

Imagine being able to exit Israel’s Ben-Gurion International Airport, hop on a fast train to Jerusalem and within about 45 minutes, stand at the Western Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City. That day could come soon, but first Jerusalem officials need to clear a few hurdles. Read full article here

AA: Israeli authorities detain imam of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Sheikh Ekrima Sabri was picked up by Israeli intelligence from his home in East Jerusalem.

Ynet: Seventy-eight students, staff of Jerusalem school contract coronavirus

Sixty-three students and 15 staff at Jerusalem’s Gymnasia Rehavia have been tested positive for coronavirus on Friday, marking one of the country’s worst outbreaks of the pathogen so far. Read full article here

Ynet: Border Police troops thwart attempted stabbing in Jerusalem – Gilad Cohen

Border Police officers on Monday thwarted an stabbing attack on the famed Armon HaNatziv promenade, overlooking the East Jerusalem neighborhood of Jabel Mukabeh. Read full article here