Pouring during the lamentations: the trick that worked on the extremists
While the protesters were in the synagogues for the fast day, dozens of concrete trucks operated in the turbulent compound in the heart of Jerusalem and carried out extensive pouring without interruption
Assessment
During a fast day, while protesters gathered in synagogues, dozens of concrete trucks carried out extensive pouring in a contested Jerusalem compound without disruption. The operation's timing suggests a deliberate strategy to avoid confrontation, allowing construction to proceed unimpeded. The episode highlights ongoing tensions over development in sensitive areas of the city.