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Figures from the Jerusalem Center for Economic Rights indicate that 80% of Jerusalemites live below the poverty line. He confirms that the commercial and tourism sectors in Jerusalem are among the most affected by the security unrest.

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The Center also notes that many Jerusalemites were dismissed from their jobs on charges of solidarity with Gaza and expressing their support for the resistance.


According to the Israeli Central Bureau of Statistics, 74% of Jerusalemites are dissatisfied with their economic situation.