Yoel Ben David
IsraelunknownMale6.3Global Dominance: 0.00%Yoel Ben David is the manager of the café 'Basemta' in Jerusalem, which has become a focal point in the ongoing tensions between secular and ultra-Orthodox communities in the city. Since its opening in the spring, the café has faced significant opposition from ultra-Orthodox protesters, leading to violent confrontations. Ben David remains steadfast in his commitment to the café, expressing determination to expand its outdoor seating and accommodate diverse patrons, including religious individuals from distant neighborhoods.
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Yoel Ben David is the manager of the café who refuses to back down from the protests.
השבת הרביעית ברצף: מחאות ועימותים מול בית הקפה החילוני בירושליםIsrael· 2026-08-08
Yoel Ben David is the owner of the café 'Basemta' who defended its operations and claimed it is not a religious establishment.
"זה חלק ממגמת החילון של העיר, לא נרפה"Israel· 2026-08-02
Yoel Ben David, the café manager, stated that he does not intend to give up and plans to add more tables and umbrellas outside.
מפגינים חרדים מנסים לפרוץ לבית הקפה החילוני בירושליםIsrael· 2026-08-01