The 21st International Jerusalem Conference of Mayors, which opened yesterday evening, is holding official discussions this morning from 8:30 in the city council chambers at Safra Square. The Mayors will begin a tour of the Old City at 15:00. The Fatah leadership in eastern Jerusalem warned the Mayors last week that they should not dare attempt to enter the Old City with Jerusalem Mayor Ehud Olmert. Senior Fatah official Hatam Abdel Khader said that letters were sent to them warning that Fatah could not guarantee their safety if they visit their city.



Over 40 Mayors from four continents around the globe are taking part in the conference. The theme of this year’s conference is, “Excavating the Future: Tradition and Technology in the City.”