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عربية – DW
Jerusalem cafe becomes battleground over Shabbat coffee
The conflict over "Basmata" Café in Jerusalem, which has been ongoing for two months, highlights the societal clash between secularists and Orthodox Jews regarding how to manage public life and honor the Jewish Sabbath, the day of rest. The Orthodox community demands that the café close on Saturdays, while secularists insist on their right to open it as a symbol of democracy and freedom of choice. This dispute reflects the influence of religious political movements on social policies, especially as the number of religious individuals now makes up 14.3% of Israel’s population. It raises questions about the balance between liberal principles and religion, particularly amid Prime Minister Netanyahu's continued support for the hardline factions.
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