An organization that wants to counter the Jewish presence in Jerusalem has apparently been offering free Wi-Fi to tourists in the Old City as a means of furthering anti-Zionist propaganda, Israel Hayom has learned.
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The non-governmental organization Burj Al-Luqluq has filled the void left in the area after authorities stopped offering free service several weeks ago. Under the new situation, the NGO allows users to get connectivity if they sign up through a special form. After doing so, the network automatically redirects them to a screen where they can download a popular game called "Protector of Al-Aqsa", in which rioters fight the "Zionists" in an effort to counter the Judaization of the city.
The Ministry for Jerusalem Affairs said in a statement that it lacks the authority to take action against organizations that independently offer connection to their networks, referring the matter to the Ministry of Communications.
"The ministry has been implementing together with the Communications Ministry a program to bolster the Israeli internet infrastructure in every neighborhood in east Jerusalem," it said in a statement, saying this was part of the government's resolution to reduce the economic disparities in the city.
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