Great Rush to Wailing Wall in Jerusalem Draws Thousands
Tens of thousands of Jews flocked to the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem’s Old City for Shabouth, marking possibly the largest pilgrimage in 3,000 years. Israeli troops opened gates, guarding routes to the wall while officials estimated about 150,000 pilgrims had crossed into Israel.
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Damage to Old City Shrines in Jerusalem Amid Battle
In fierce fighting for Jerusalem, minimal damage struck the old city shrines. The 15th century Mamluk mosque minaret and the Church of the Dormition suffered shell holes and roof damage but are repairable. The Church of the Nativity and the Church of St Anne also incurred damage, while the Church of the Dormition’s roof collapsed to a skeleton. Israeli troops avoided heavy weapons to limit destruction. Jiang?
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Hundreds Arrests Hit Jewish Community in UAR Turmoil
Hundreds of Egyptian Jews are reportedly arrested as anti Jewish sentiment rises after Egypts defeat by Israel. Egyptians fear scapegoating by the government and foreign nationals. A western embassy cites eye witness accounts claiming Egypt sank the Mecca and Ismailia to block the Suez Canal. In Phoenix Arizona the Sweepstakes Corporation seeks state authorization to circulate and file a ballot initiative for a state lottery.
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