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Jerusalem Businesses Thrive Amid Passover, Tourism Declines

3/31/2026

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In Jerusalem's ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods, shoppers filled the streets ahead of Passover amid the Iran conflict.
Local businesses thrived as residents prepared for the holiday, and Arik, a book seller, said tourism has plummeted.
At Machane Yehuda market, foot traffic was lower and vendors reported a drastic decline in sales without tourists.
Residents expressed concern for family members affected by the war and strive to maintain normalcy during this challenging time.

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In Jerusalem's ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods, shoppers filled the streets ahead of Passover amid the Iran conflict.
Local businesses thrived as residents prepared for the holiday, and Arik, a book seller, said tourism has plummeted.
At Machane Yehuda market, foot traffic was lower and vendors reported a drastic decline in sales without tourists.
Residents expressed concern for family members affected by the war and strive to maintain normalcy during this challenging time.