* The project is located on sign #5 in the above map.

Location

Silwan - Wadi Rababe (the Hinnom Valley)

Initiator

Ela’d

Implementer
Ela’d

Project Description
In June 2022, Elad Settlers’ Association began working at the Samboski cemetery in Silwan, including erecting a gateway at the entrance. In July 2022, Elad tried to close the gate and prevent the neighborhood’s residents from passing through with their cars or parking there. Eventually, the police informed the residents that these works would be stopped until a solution was found and only cleaning would be done. However, Elad continues extensive work on site.
All this is done even though the area is part of the national park, and the Elad Settlers’ Association did not receive an official authorization from the Nature and Parks Authority.
This project endangers the access of the neighborhood's 1,000 Palestinian residents.

Status
Elad Settlers’ Association authorized to perform works in the cemetery by the Sephardi community’s Chevra Kadisha (a religious burial society), which manages the place on behalf of the General Custodian.
Even though Elad Settlers’ Association holds no permits for the works, the Jerusalem municipality, the Nature and Parks Authority, and the police have refused to intervene, claiming that the works are legal.

Approving Entity
None.

Objections
Silwan residents, Emek Shaveh.
 

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