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Israel Online · Oct 29, 2026

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Hundreds of Jerusalem Homes Face Uncertainty Over Historic Church Land Israel's High Court has pressed Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-JNF to resume negotiations over residential properties built on land formerly owned by the Greek Orthodox Church. The dispute affects homeowners in Talbiyeh, Rehavia and Nayot, where long-term leases are due to expire in the early 2050s. Residents say the uncertainty is already affecting property values and planned building improvements. Join Israel online

*Hundreds of Jerusalem Homes Face Uncertainty Over Historic Church Land* Israel's High Court has pressed Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael-JNF to resume negotiations over residential properties built on land formerly owned by the Greek Orthodox Church. The dispute affects homeowners in Talbiyeh, Rehavia and Nayot, where long-term leases are due to expire in the early 2050s. Residents say the uncertainty is already affecting property values and planned building improvements. *Join Israel online* https://chat.whatsapp.com/DBukXZYflhTLP3ziAz7WXC

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