Jerusalem’s changing demographics

How will high rents and altering birth rates affect the ancient city?

Jerusalem has seen many changes since 1948

Jerusalem has seen many changes since the creation of the Israeli state in 1948.

The city’s demographics are changing. Factors such as the separation barrier, high rents and altering birth rates mean the population is in flux.

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What does this mean for the future of the ancient city, and how will the changes affect the peace process?

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