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Haredi Protest Disrupts Jerusalem Light Rail Routing, Dates

9/8/2026

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Haredi protesters demonstrated against light-rail construction on Bar-Ilan Street in Jerusalem.
On August 27, hundreds of Haredi individuals tore down fences, set fire to cardboard, and attempted to breach the site.
Police arrested one suspect for alleged arson and another for throwing stones at security forces.
Cfir, the Jerusalem Light Rail operator, changed opening dates and routing on several sections because of the protests.

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Haredi protesters demonstrated against light-rail construction on Bar-Ilan Street in Jerusalem.
On August 27, hundreds of Haredi individuals tore down fences, set fire to cardboard, and attempted to breach the site.
Police arrested one suspect for alleged arson and another for throwing stones at security forces.
Cfir, the Jerusalem Light Rail operator, changed opening dates and routing on several sections because of the protests.