Excavation of Siloam Pool road leads to claims of attempt to “Judaise” Jerusalem
Jerusalem RNS A recent ceremony marking the excavation of a road that archaeologists believe was used by Biblical-era Jewish pilgrims – perhaps even Jesus – has drawn fire from Palestinians, who accuse Israeli and US officials of trying to “Judaise” Jerusalem. The controversy is the latest political skirmish between Israelis and Palestinians over archaeological excavations. […]