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- Dozens arrested amid chaotic anti-Netanyahu protests in Jerusalem (VIDEOS, PHOTOS)
Thousands of people have hit the streets of Jerusalem, as protests against PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s alleged corruption, as well as mishandling of the coronavirus crisis, continue across the country.Aug 23, 2020 00:37World News - Police disperse anti-Netanyahu protesters outside PM’s residence in Jerusalem (VIDEO)Footage shows officers dragging away demonstrators outside Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s residence. Several people were detained in Jerusalem after a thousands-strong rally.Aug 9, 2020 08:03World News
- Jerusalem merchants eager to reopen stalls clash with police enforcing lockdown (VIDEO)Employees of an outdoor market in Jerusalem protested against the decision to keep it shut for another week. When the police arrived to disperse the crowd, clashes ensued.Apr 26, 2020 11:14World News
- This Easter is different: WATCH Holy Fire descend in Jerusalem amid coronavirus lockdownAs Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter this weekend, the descent of the Holy Fire – a crucial part of the rituals – occurred in Jerusalem without the usual crowds of pilgrims.Apr 18, 2020 19:13World News
- Jerusalem shooter who injured 1 police officer identified as Arab Israeli citizenAn assailant who opened fire on a group of police officers in Jerusalem’s Old City, injuring one, has been identified by police as an Arab Israeli citizen. The attacker was shot and killed on the spot by law enforcement.Feb 6, 2020 17:24World News
- Jerusalem car ramming against IDF soldiers investigated as a terrorist attack – policePolice are searching for a suspect who fled the scene after ramming a car into a group of people in Jerusalem, injuring 12 IDF soldiers and reportedly two more people. The incident is being investigated as an act of terrorism.Feb 6, 2020 06:56World News
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