2008 Warden Messages

Warden Message

March 14, 2008

A protest march against last week's shooting at the Meraz Harav Yeshiva has been announced for Sunday, March 16, at 1700 hours (5 p.m.), beginning at the Haas Promenade (Tayelet) in Talpiyot and proceeding to Jabel Mukaber. There will be a large police presence, and there is a possibility of heightened tensions. U.S. Consulate staff has been advised to avoid the area during that time, and it is recommended that non-official American citizens also exercise caution and avoid unnecessary driving or walking in this area during the protest.

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