Israel's new Tunnels Road, an extension of Route 60, is set to open soon and connect southern Jerusalem to the Gush Etzion settlement complex. The project to expand the controversial route is seen in the West Bank as part of Israel’s plan to expand settlements and Judaize the city of Jerusalem.
According to the website of the project’s contractor, Moriah Jerusalem Development Corporation, Route 60 will serve residents of the settlements of Gush Etzion, Beitar Illit, Efrat and Kiryat Arba, with daily traffic of more than 1,300 vehicles and 30 buses.