Yerushalayim police are preparing for extensive road closures and heavy congestion ahead of Thursday’s massive Atzeres Ha’achdus, expected to draw tens of thousands of participants from across Israel.
According to a police statement, hundreds of officers and Border Police units will be stationed throughout the city’s entrances and key intersections to maintain order, ensure the safety of attendees and residents, and manage traffic flow.
As part of the coordinated security plan with event organizers, Highway 1—the main route connecting Yerushalayim and Tel Aviv—will be completely closed to private vehicles in both directions from 12:00 p.m. until the rally concludes. The closure will extend from Latrun to the Givat Shaul and Givat Sha’ar HaGai areas, including Route 16 and the main Yerushalayim entrance.
Entry to the city will only be permitted for organized buses, which will be directed to designated drop-off points near Givat Shaul and Givat Sha’ar HaGai.
Drivers exiting Yerushalayim will be able to use the Har Ha’arazim tunnel, Route 16, or Route 443, which will remain open to private vehicles. Public transportation leaving the city will operate until 3:00 p.m. through the Har Ha’arazim terminal only. Within Yerushalayim, access roads around the city’s entrances and central areas will be blocked, with additional closures possible as needed. Police have warned that severe traffic delays are expected throughout the day.
Authorities have instructed drivers and participants not to attempt reaching the rally by private car but instead to use only the organized transportation provided. Any attempt to block key routes or disrupt traffic will be treated as a criminal offense. Police have further prohibited the lighting of fires, use of flammable objects, or operation of drones without prior authorization.
Motorists are advised to avoid traveling toward Yerushalayim from early morning, use navigation apps for real-time updates, and follow police directions at all times.
{Matzav.com}
