New mega deal intensifies uncertainty for thousands of Jerusalem residents on church land
Jewish-American businessman and real estate tycoon Gary Barnett purchased the land from Nayot Komemiyut for NIS 750 million, almost five times the price that was paid in 2016 to the Greek Orthodox Church. KKL-JNF is currently leasing the land, but this is only until 2051, leading to growing concern among the residents for their future....