Israel's Plans To Bring Cable Car, Fast Train To Old City Jerusalem Threaten To Derail

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May 27, 2020 | News | Jerusalem & Area
Israel's Plans To Bring Cable Car, Fast Train To Old City 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.


Former Israeli Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz announced in 2017 that he intended to extend Israel’s new fast-rail line, which currently only reaches the entrance to Jerusalem, to Jerusalem’s Old City, and to name the new station after U.S. President Donald Trump in honor of his having recognized Israel’s sovereignty over Jerusalem.

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