AM ISRAEL CHAI | POST | 4F7835

A newly opened Chabad House in Hiriketiya, in southern Sri Lanka, has encountered protests, harassment, and alleged threats from certain local residents. A demonstration led by Buddhist monks has urged authorities to verify whether the site possesses the necessary permits and to contemplate its closure if operations are found to be unlawful. The Chabad House was set up to cater to Israeli and Jewish tourists in the well-frequented coastal region.