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Jerusalem property developer makes early pitch for new US embassy

Donald Trump has begun the process of hiring architects, engineers and planners

December 7, 2017 10:55
The poster seen in Jerusalem on Wednesday
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Donald Trump’s directive to move the US embassy to Jerusalem appears to have generated excitement in the city’s property market.

Mr Trump announced from the White House on Wednesday that his country would reverse decades of policy by recognising Jerusalem as Israel’s capital city.

One enterprising developer had the foresight to unveil a vast banner ahead of time on the side of one building under construction in the city.

The banner, which spans four storeys, reads: “President Trump, Mazeltov on your decision to move your Embassy to Jerusalem”.