The annual march celebrating Israel’s 1967 takeover of the mostly Palestinian East Jerusalem has long been a flashpoint.
Tag: Jerusalem (Israel)
Car Attack in Jerusalem Injures at Least 3
The police arrested two men who fled the area after a car rammed into pedestrians. The Israeli authorities said the attack was an act of terrorism.
U.S. Issues New Travel Restrictions Over Possible Iranian Strike
The State Department has barred its employees from traveling to large parts of Israel. Iran has repeatedly vowed to strike back over the deadly bombing this month of an Iranian Embassy complex in Syria.
Outside Israel’s Parliament, Protesters Explain Why Netanyahu Must Go
A tent camp is a temporary home for some of the thousands of Israelis who are mounting a four-day protest calling for early elections to oust the Israeli prime minister.
Israeli Protests Against Netanyahu Intensify as Cease-Fire Talks Resume
Thousands have taken to the streets of Israel to demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu be replaced.
Protesters Call for Netanyahu to Leave Office
The demonstrators filled the streets outside of the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, amid growing calls for early elections.
Protesters Call for Netanyahu to Leave Office
The demonstrators filled the streets outside of the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, amid growing calls for early elections.
Chaotic Scene Outside Al Aqsa Mosque Before Start of Ramadan
Israeli police clashed with worshipers outside of Al Aqsa mosque as many attempted to enter the complex for Ramadan prayers. After being denied entry due to their age, some younger men prayed outside of the holy site.
Navigating Israeli Restrictions, Many Palestinians Find It Hard to Reach Al Aqsa
Muslim access to the mosque compound has long been a point of contention as Israel has exerted tighter control.
Israel Rejects New Restrictions to Aqsa Mosque During Ramadan
As the Muslim holy month of Ramadan approaches, the move may reduce tensions at the Aqsa Mosque compound, which has long been a flashpoint for unrest.