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Six dead as violence continues in Israel and Palestinian territories - live updates Six dead as violence continues in Israel and Palestinian territories - live updates
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We’re pausing this blog for now but you can keep abreast of latest developments on our Israel page.We’re pausing this blog for now but you can keep abreast of latest developments on our Israel page.
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The Guardian’s graphics team have put together this map laying out where the locations of the incidents that have been at the centre of the latest tensions. The Guardian’s graphics team have put together this map laying out the locations of the incidents at the centre of the latest tensions.
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Palestinian medical sources have provided an update on injuries, reports Rania Zabaneh of Al Jazeera.Palestinian medical sources have provided an update on injuries, reports Rania Zabaneh of Al Jazeera.
They are said to include at least 272 wounded in the West Bank (24 by live fire) and 64 in Gaza (32 by live fire).They are said to include at least 272 wounded in the West Bank (24 by live fire) and 64 in Gaza (32 by live fire).
She adds that the latest Palestinian fatality in Gaza was Ziad Nabil Sharaf, a 20-year-old.She adds that the latest Palestinian fatality in Gaza was Ziad Nabil Sharaf, a 20-year-old.
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The death toll in Gaza has now risen to six, according to reports.The death toll in Gaza has now risen to six, according to reports.
One more Palestinian killed to raise the death toll in #Gaza to 6. Injuries reached 60 according to medics.One more Palestinian killed to raise the death toll in #Gaza to 6. Injuries reached 60 according to medics.
It’s a figure that’s expected to rise further however as a number of severe injuries are being dealt with, according to Belal Dabour, a Palestinian doctor in Gaza.It’s a figure that’s expected to rise further however as a number of severe injuries are being dealt with, according to Belal Dabour, a Palestinian doctor in Gaza.
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My colleague Mona Mahmood has been speaking to Jamal Abdu Razaq, a 30-year-old Palestinian in Hay Al-Rimal, Gaza, speaks about the situation in his town.My colleague Mona Mahmood has been speaking to Jamal Abdu Razaq, a 30-year-old Palestinian in Hay Al-Rimal, Gaza, speaks about the situation in his town.
I did not take part in the wider demonstrations in Gaza today after Friday prayers because the situation is very risky and not the same as how the protests are treated in the West Bank. The protesters there can see the Israeli soldiers at the checkpoints but in Gaza, you can’t see any. They’re all hiding in faraway fortified sites on the border, however, but snipers are shooting people.I did not take part in the wider demonstrations in Gaza today after Friday prayers because the situation is very risky and not the same as how the protests are treated in the West Bank. The protesters there can see the Israeli soldiers at the checkpoints but in Gaza, you can’t see any. They’re all hiding in faraway fortified sites on the border, however, but snipers are shooting people.
Though the protesters do not pose any threat to the Israeli soldiers the fire is excessive. The protests are not saying that they want to liberate their country… All they want to say is that the world has to stop Israeli tyranny, arrogance and their inhuman practices against us. I have just got back from Al-Shifa hospital, people were saying that all the injuries are in the heads. This is very risky and those who are protesting are really putting themselves at risk.Though the protesters do not pose any threat to the Israeli soldiers the fire is excessive. The protests are not saying that they want to liberate their country… All they want to say is that the world has to stop Israeli tyranny, arrogance and their inhuman practices against us. I have just got back from Al-Shifa hospital, people were saying that all the injuries are in the heads. This is very risky and those who are protesting are really putting themselves at risk.
The protests now are a way of young men expressing their solidarity with the people in the West Bank, to make them feel that we are a sole country and we support them in their demand to have their rights.The protests now are a way of young men expressing their solidarity with the people in the West Bank, to make them feel that we are a sole country and we support them in their demand to have their rights.
No military confrontation can happen between the occupation forces and common people. The Israeli army is in panic and fires against any man they see in front of them.The martyrs would be followed by more demonstrations for sure. We hope things would not escalate to a real war.No military confrontation can happen between the occupation forces and common people. The Israeli army is in panic and fires against any man they see in front of them.The martyrs would be followed by more demonstrations for sure. We hope things would not escalate to a real war.
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Peter BeaumontPeter Beaumont
The mounting tension has empowered hardliners on both sides, reports Peter Beaumont, the Guardian’s Jerusalem correspondent, who has filed a wrap up of developments here.The mounting tension has empowered hardliners on both sides, reports Peter Beaumont, the Guardian’s Jerusalem correspondent, who has filed a wrap up of developments here.
He observes:He observes:
The reality is that neither side appears fully in control amid “lone wolf” stabbing attacks by Palestinians and attempted lynchings by Israelis – including an incident in the seaside town of Netanya on Thursday night when a mob set on three Palestinians.The reality is that neither side appears fully in control amid “lone wolf” stabbing attacks by Palestinians and attempted lynchings by Israelis – including an incident in the seaside town of Netanya on Thursday night when a mob set on three Palestinians.
Underlining these concerns, the Israeli public security minister, Gilad Erdan, told journalists at the scene of an attack on a 15-year-old yeshiva student in Jerusalem: “Jewish terrorists are also taking part in attacks. We won’t allow anyone to take the law into their own hands.”Underlining these concerns, the Israeli public security minister, Gilad Erdan, told journalists at the scene of an attack on a 15-year-old yeshiva student in Jerusalem: “Jewish terrorists are also taking part in attacks. We won’t allow anyone to take the law into their own hands.”
Palestinian anger is largely focused on events at al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City and fears that Israel is trying to change the status quo at the holy site, revered by Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and by Jews as the Temple Mount. Netanyahu has denied wanting to change conditions under which Jews are allowed to visit the site.Palestinian anger is largely focused on events at al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City and fears that Israel is trying to change the status quo at the holy site, revered by Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and by Jews as the Temple Mount. Netanyahu has denied wanting to change conditions under which Jews are allowed to visit the site.
Peter also has more on one of Friday’s most significant developments, the declaration by Hamas’s leader in Gaza that the current unrest in Jerusalem and the West Bank as an intifada.Peter also has more on one of Friday’s most significant developments, the declaration by Hamas’s leader in Gaza that the current unrest in Jerusalem and the West Bank as an intifada.
Updated at 4.36pm BSTUpdated at 4.36pm BST
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The woman who was shot after allegedly attempting to stab a security guard in Afula, Northern Israel, is a 30-year-old resident of Nazereth who had no record of security offences or Islamist links.The woman who was shot after allegedly attempting to stab a security guard in Afula, Northern Israel, is a 30-year-old resident of Nazereth who had no record of security offences or Islamist links.
That’s according the Shin Bet, as tweeted by Dan Williams of Reuters.That’s according the Shin Bet, as tweeted by Dan Williams of Reuters.
Shin Bet: Woman shot for attempted Afula stabbing is a 30-year-old Nazareth resident with no record of security offenses or Islamist links.Shin Bet: Woman shot for attempted Afula stabbing is a 30-year-old Nazareth resident with no record of security offenses or Islamist links.
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Some pictures are also emerging of the scene north of Jerusalem where Israeli emergency services say that stones were thrown at cars. Paramedics treated six people.Some pictures are also emerging of the scene north of Jerusalem where Israeli emergency services say that stones were thrown at cars. Paramedics treated six people.
#BREAKING Stones thrown at Israeli cars near Shilo. @Mdais #paramedics treated 6 victims in a mild condition. pic.twitter.com/gJX0sxOiP1#BREAKING Stones thrown at Israeli cars near Shilo. @Mdais #paramedics treated 6 victims in a mild condition. pic.twitter.com/gJX0sxOiP1
Ynetnews has more on that incident, reporting that the six included two children. All were said to be lightly injured.Ynetnews has more on that incident, reporting that the six included two children. All were said to be lightly injured.
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Here’s another potential new flashpoint. A large Israeli military contingent is reported to be currently carrying out a search of the village of Kfar Azon in the West Bank after a Palestinian stole a soldier’s rifle amid disturbances there.Here’s another potential new flashpoint. A large Israeli military contingent is reported to be currently carrying out a search of the village of Kfar Azon in the West Bank after a Palestinian stole a soldier’s rifle amid disturbances there.
Palestinian in Kfar Azon in West Bank steals soldier's weapon and flees - http://t.co/rEIYeRpXyCPalestinian in Kfar Azon in West Bank steals soldier's weapon and flees - http://t.co/rEIYeRpXyC
Update: Palestinian Police have reportedly tracked down the rifle and returned it.Update: Palestinian Police have reportedly tracked down the rifle and returned it.
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The Palestinian news agency Ma’an says one of those shot dead by the IDF in Gaza has been identified as 15-year-old Muhammad al-Raqeb by the Gazan Health Ministry.The Palestinian news agency Ma’an says one of those shot dead by the IDF in Gaza has been identified as 15-year-old Muhammad al-Raqeb by the Gazan Health Ministry.
It also reports 20 Palestinians being treated for teargas inhalation in Nablus, in the West Bank.It also reports 20 Palestinians being treated for teargas inhalation in Nablus, in the West Bank.
BREAKING: #Palestinian injured by live fire, 20 suffer tear gas inhalation in #Nablus clashes #PalestineBREAKING: #Palestinian injured by live fire, 20 suffer tear gas inhalation in #Nablus clashes #Palestine
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The condition of the woman who was shot after allegedly attempting to stab a security guard in Afula, northern Israel, is unclear.The condition of the woman who was shot after allegedly attempting to stab a security guard in Afula, northern Israel, is unclear.
From the video, it looks like she may have been killed (and some Palestinian activists on social media are saying that she was) but Israeli media reports say that she suffered “moderate” injuries and that the shots were fired at her lower half.From the video, it looks like she may have been killed (and some Palestinian activists on social media are saying that she was) but Israeli media reports say that she suffered “moderate” injuries and that the shots were fired at her lower half.
The Israel Defence Forces said that she had been “neutralised”.The Israel Defence Forces said that she had been “neutralised”.
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The death toll in Gaza keeps rising:The death toll in Gaza keeps rising:
Gaza border riot casualties have risen to 5- largest toll since the 2014 conflict. Militant groups will have to respond, likely with rocketsGaza border riot casualties have risen to 5- largest toll since the 2014 conflict. Militant groups will have to respond, likely with rockets
VIDEO: Clashes between #IDF and Palestinians at #Gaza border. 4 Palestinians dead, over 30 injured - @IsraelHatzolah pic.twitter.com/Ea0qlSSWEwVIDEO: Clashes between #IDF and Palestinians at #Gaza border. 4 Palestinians dead, over 30 injured - @IsraelHatzolah pic.twitter.com/Ea0qlSSWEw
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Mona MahmoodMona Mahmood
My colleague Mona Mahmood has spoken to Hadeel Tareq, a 22-year-old from Gaza who said her family took part in today’s protests, where four people have reportedly been killed [the interview was before the fourth death was confirmed] after being shot by the Israel Defence Forces. Tareq said:My colleague Mona Mahmood has spoken to Hadeel Tareq, a 22-year-old from Gaza who said her family took part in today’s protests, where four people have reportedly been killed [the interview was before the fourth death was confirmed] after being shot by the Israel Defence Forces. Tareq said:
My family and all our neighbours took part in the demonstrations today which marched after Friday prayers. Most of the young men went on demonstrations from all the mosques in Gaza in solidarity with the West Bank and al-Aqsa mosque and toured the streets in Gaza. Then, they headed to the nearest checkpoint of the Israeli army in a district called Nahel Auz. It is a military site ...My family and all our neighbours took part in the demonstrations today which marched after Friday prayers. Most of the young men went on demonstrations from all the mosques in Gaza in solidarity with the West Bank and al-Aqsa mosque and toured the streets in Gaza. Then, they headed to the nearest checkpoint of the Israeli army in a district called Nahel Auz. It is a military site ...
It was a message of protest to the Israelis in which the protesters were throwing stones at the Israeli army. There was a massive return of fire by the Israeli army, which led to the killing of three young men and 20 more injured. The ambulances are so busy in my district now transferring the victims to the hospitals in Shuja’ayia district.It was a message of protest to the Israelis in which the protesters were throwing stones at the Israeli army. There was a massive return of fire by the Israeli army, which led to the killing of three young men and 20 more injured. The ambulances are so busy in my district now transferring the victims to the hospitals in Shuja’ayia district.
The confrontations are still going on and the situation is tense. We are all in a state of alert and we expect an escalation of violence in Gaza within coming days. Last year, the war was in the west Bank but soon it reached Gaza and it was so difficult to contain it. It is not clear what the reaction will be when the martyrs are received by their families from the hospital, as most of the people are so upset now.The confrontations are still going on and the situation is tense. We are all in a state of alert and we expect an escalation of violence in Gaza within coming days. Last year, the war was in the west Bank but soon it reached Gaza and it was so difficult to contain it. It is not clear what the reaction will be when the martyrs are received by their families from the hospital, as most of the people are so upset now.
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Fourth Palestinian killed in GazaFourth Palestinian killed in Gaza
The death toll in Gaza is reported to have risen to four.The death toll in Gaza is reported to have risen to four.
Fourth Palestinian killed in clashes with IOF to the east of Khan Younis. Name: Hamouda MohssienFourth Palestinian killed in clashes with IOF to the east of Khan Younis. Name: Hamouda Mohssien
Breaking: A 19 year old Palestinian killed in clashes with Israeli soldiers east of Khanyounis. 4 protesters martyred in Gaza so far today.Breaking: A 19 year old Palestinian killed in clashes with Israeli soldiers east of Khanyounis. 4 protesters martyred in Gaza so far today.
BREAKING PHOTOS: At least 4 Arab terrorists dead & 30 injured by IDF fire during serious clashes at the Gaza border. pic.twitter.com/l88Qc7iFGCBREAKING PHOTOS: At least 4 Arab terrorists dead & 30 injured by IDF fire during serious clashes at the Gaza border. pic.twitter.com/l88Qc7iFGC
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Video has emerged of the moment an Israeli Arab woman who tried to stab a security guard in Afula was shot by police.Video has emerged of the moment an Israeli Arab woman who tried to stab a security guard in Afula was shot by police.
She appeared to be stationary. Her hands - at least one of which was holding something - are held up at times but she also appears to wave them about (the view is partially obscured by police officers). One reporter suggests she was speaking to someone on the phone as she was shot. Several shots were fired.She appeared to be stationary. Her hands - at least one of which was holding something - are held up at times but she also appears to wave them about (the view is partially obscured by police officers). One reporter suggests she was speaking to someone on the phone as she was shot. Several shots were fired.
WARNING: READERS MAY FIND FOOTAGE UPSETTINGWARNING: READERS MAY FIND FOOTAGE UPSETTING
DRAMATIC VIDEO: Moments of Arab terrorist being shot by Israeli forces in Afula after attempted stabbing attack. pic.twitter.com/FN6dtofTWPDRAMATIC VIDEO: Moments of Arab terrorist being shot by Israeli forces in Afula after attempted stabbing attack. pic.twitter.com/FN6dtofTWP
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SummarySummary
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A third Palestinian has reportedly been shot dead by Israel Defence Forces in Gaza.A third Palestinian has reportedly been shot dead by Israel Defence Forces in Gaza.
Palestinian hospitals in West Bank ordered to go on high alert. In Gaza, 3 dead, 20 injured in Israeli military protest crackdown.Palestinian hospitals in West Bank ordered to go on high alert. In Gaza, 3 dead, 20 injured in Israeli military protest crackdown.
Updated at 1.12pm BSTUpdated at 1.12pm BST
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The female attacker at the Afula bus station was reportedly an Israeli Arab and not a Palestinian as first reported.The female attacker at the Afula bus station was reportedly an Israeli Arab and not a Palestinian as first reported.
Woman shot and wounded while trying to stab guard at Afula bus station is an Israeli Arab - @Il_PoliceWoman shot and wounded while trying to stab guard at Afula bus station is an Israeli Arab - @Il_Police
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Two shot dead in GazaTwo shot dead in Gaza
A second Palestinian has reportedly died after being shot by the Israel Defence Forces in Gaza:A second Palestinian has reportedly died after being shot by the Israel Defence Forces in Gaza:
Breaking: Shadi Douleh is a second martyr killed by IOF in clashes east of Gaza. 2 killed in Gaza so far, and +15 injuries.Breaking: Shadi Douleh is a second martyr killed by IOF in clashes east of Gaza. 2 killed in Gaza so far, and +15 injuries.
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Kate ShuttleworthKate Shuttleworth
Ahmed Herbawi, 20, from Gaza has been killed by Israeli forces during clashes on the eastern borders.Ahmed Herbawi, 20, from Gaza has been killed by Israeli forces during clashes on the eastern borders.
Quds newspaper is reporting violent clashes in the occupied West Bank, in al-Bireh, Hebron, Huwara, Beit El.Quds newspaper is reporting violent clashes in the occupied West Bank, in al-Bireh, Hebron, Huwara, Beit El.
It is also reporting the body of Muhannad Halabi, who was shot and killed by Israeli police after he allegedly shot and killed two ultra-orthodox Jewish men in Jerusalem’s old city, has been returned to his family.It is also reporting the body of Muhannad Halabi, who was shot and killed by Israeli police after he allegedly shot and killed two ultra-orthodox Jewish men in Jerusalem’s old city, has been returned to his family.
It also reports that the funeral has just been held in al-Bireh, Ramallah, and that it is the largest funeral to be held in the region this year [see pictures below].It also reports that the funeral has just been held in al-Bireh, Ramallah, and that it is the largest funeral to be held in the region this year [see pictures below].
Funeral of martyr Mohanad al-Halabi in al-Bireh after Friday prayer today. #Palestine #PalestineResists pic.twitter.com/I7alIvFRX3Funeral of martyr Mohanad al-Halabi in al-Bireh after Friday prayer today. #Palestine #PalestineResists pic.twitter.com/I7alIvFRX3
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Clashes reported in GazaClashes reported in Gaza
There have also been disturbances reported in Gaza:There have also been disturbances reported in Gaza:
Gaza stands with Jerusalem. 9 injuries reported so far in clashes with IOF east of #Gaza's Shujaiya. pic.twitter.com/n57DmZO0tfGaza stands with Jerusalem. 9 injuries reported so far in clashes with IOF east of #Gaza's Shujaiya. pic.twitter.com/n57DmZO0tf
IDF opens fire on protesters near #Gaza border fence, wounding two http://t.co/mnht5WmOSG #YnetIDF opens fire on protesters near #Gaza border fence, wounding two http://t.co/mnht5WmOSG #Ynet
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Hamas has said there is a new intifada taking place.Hamas has said there is a new intifada taking place.
#BREAKING: Hamas Gaza chief says ongoing unrest in West Bank is a new 'intifada'#BREAKING: Hamas Gaza chief says ongoing unrest in West Bank is a new 'intifada'
#Hamas plays up talk of a third Intifada: "We call for escalating and deepening the intifada," Ismail Haniyeh after Friday prayers#Hamas plays up talk of a third Intifada: "We call for escalating and deepening the intifada," Ismail Haniyeh after Friday prayers
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This video purports to show the aftermath of the attempted attack at a bus station in Afula, in northern Israel (see previous update).This video purports to show the aftermath of the attempted attack at a bus station in Afula, in northern Israel (see previous update).
#BREAKING: #Palestinian woman tried to stab a security guard at #Afula central bus Station - Was shot & injured pic.twitter.com/YBb95grs6g#BREAKING: #Palestinian woman tried to stab a security guard at #Afula central bus Station - Was shot & injured pic.twitter.com/YBb95grs6g
It is the second attack in Afula in less than 24 hours. On Thursday evening, a soldier there was stabbed and his attacker captured, authorities said.It is the second attack in Afula in less than 24 hours. On Thursday evening, a soldier there was stabbed and his attacker captured, authorities said.
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Attempted stabbing in AfulaAttempted stabbing in Afula
An attempted stabbing by a Palestinian woman is reported in the northern city of Afula.An attempted stabbing by a Palestinian woman is reported in the northern city of Afula.
BREAKING - AFULA: Palestinian female terrorist attempted to carry out stabbing attack near central bus station. pic.twitter.com/00CcxdG6r2BREAKING - AFULA: Palestinian female terrorist attempted to carry out stabbing attack near central bus station. pic.twitter.com/00CcxdG6r2
#BREAKING: Attempted stabbing near Afula bus station, terrorist shot and moderately wounded http://t.co/sfF5CIgIXs #Ynet#BREAKING: Attempted stabbing near Afula bus station, terrorist shot and moderately wounded http://t.co/sfF5CIgIXs #Ynet
Woman believed to be Palestinian tries to stab guard at bus station in Afula, northern Israel; she's shot and moderately wounded - @GLZRadioWoman believed to be Palestinian tries to stab guard at bus station in Afula, northern Israel; she's shot and moderately wounded - @GLZRadio
Updated at 11.44am BSTUpdated at 11.44am BST
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The attacker of the police officer near Hebron was killed, Israeli police say:The attacker of the police officer near Hebron was killed, Israeli police say:
Knife used by Arab terrorist in stabbing attack in kiryat Arba. Terrorist shot and killed. pic.twitter.com/ydDahc9YUtKnife used by Arab terrorist in stabbing attack in kiryat Arba. Terrorist shot and killed. pic.twitter.com/ydDahc9YUt
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Haaretz reports that the two Jewish victims of stabbings today - one a boy, variously aged as 14,15 or 16, and the other a police officer - are the ninth and tenth Israelis (presumably they mean Israeli Jews) to be wounded in stabbing attacks over the past 24 hours.Haaretz reports that the two Jewish victims of stabbings today - one a boy, variously aged as 14,15 or 16, and the other a police officer - are the ninth and tenth Israelis (presumably they mean Israeli Jews) to be wounded in stabbing attacks over the past 24 hours.
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Israeli police have described the assailant of the officer in Kiryat Arba as a Palestinian “terrorist”:Israeli police have described the assailant of the officer in Kiryat Arba as a Palestinian “terrorist”:
Attack in kiryat Arba. Policeman stabbed by Palestinian. Police shot the terrorist at the scene. Area closed off. Officer in light conditionAttack in kiryat Arba. Policeman stabbed by Palestinian. Police shot the terrorist at the scene. Area closed off. Officer in light condition
Updated at 10.53am BSTUpdated at 10.53am BST
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The picture and video below show Muslims barred from Jerusalem’s old city today (the police are only letting in men aged 45 plus and women) praying:The picture and video below show Muslims barred from Jerusalem’s old city today (the police are only letting in men aged 45 plus and women) praying:
Praying in the streets near Damascus Gate amid heavy security #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/7pbrvUKA2uPraying in the streets near Damascus Gate amid heavy security #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/7pbrvUKA2u
Muslims barred from entry to Al Aqsa and Old City do Friday prayers at barricade. Heavy security today. pic.twitter.com/NQAXQ6Mfo7Muslims barred from entry to Al Aqsa and Old City do Friday prayers at barricade. Heavy security today. pic.twitter.com/NQAXQ6Mfo7
Updated at 10.50am BSTUpdated at 10.50am BST
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This is the scene of the stabbing of a Jewish youth, tweeted by Israel’s national emergency service.This is the scene of the stabbing of a Jewish youth, tweeted by Israel’s national emergency service.
@Mdais photos of the stabbing scene now in #Jerusalem: pic.twitter.com/CVAUrbiwsA@Mdais photos of the stabbing scene now in #Jerusalem: pic.twitter.com/CVAUrbiwsA
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Netanyahu condemns attack by Jewish teenagerNetanyahu condemns attack by Jewish teenager
The Israeli prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, has condemned the stabbings by a Jewish teenager, his office says.The Israeli prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, has condemned the stabbings by a Jewish teenager, his office says.
PM Netanyahu strongly condemns the attack on innocent Arabs. Israel is a nation of law and order.1/2PM Netanyahu strongly condemns the attack on innocent Arabs. Israel is a nation of law and order.1/2
We will bring to justice anyone who engages in violence and breaks the law. 2/2We will bring to justice anyone who engages in violence and breaks the law. 2/2
Updated at 2.44pm BSTUpdated at 2.44pm BST
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Israeli police officer stabbedIsraeli police officer stabbed
Yet another stabbing to report, I’m afraid:Yet another stabbing to report, I’m afraid:
Israeli policeman stabbed at entrance to Kiryat Arba settlement in West Bank; assailant tries to grab his gun, is shot - @Il_PoliceIsraeli policeman stabbed at entrance to Kiryat Arba settlement in West Bank; assailant tries to grab his gun, is shot - @Il_Police
The assailant was reportedly arrested.The assailant was reportedly arrested.
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Ynet says the Jewish youth stabbed (see previous updates) was a member of the ultra-orthodox Haredi sect.Ynet says the Jewish youth stabbed (see previous updates) was a member of the ultra-orthodox Haredi sect.
Haredi teen stabbed in terror attack in #Jerusalem, lightly injured. Attacker neutralized http://t.co/cl7ER8WQKJ pic.twitter.com/W3PGYI9kSGHaredi teen stabbed in terror attack in #Jerusalem, lightly injured. Attacker neutralized http://t.co/cl7ER8WQKJ pic.twitter.com/W3PGYI9kSG
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A spokesman for Israel police says it has detained someone for the stabbing of the Jewish youth, describing it as a “confirmed terror attack”.A spokesman for Israel police says it has detained someone for the stabbing of the Jewish youth, describing it as a “confirmed terror attack”.
Minutes ago in Jerusalem Arab suspect stabbed 14 yrs old, injured lightly. Police units arrest suspect near scene. Confirmed terror attackMinutes ago in Jerusalem Arab suspect stabbed 14 yrs old, injured lightly. Police units arrest suspect near scene. Confirmed terror attack
Updated at 2.45pm BSTUpdated at 2.45pm BST
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Jewish youth stabbedJewish youth stabbed
A 14-year-old is reportedly suffering from light injuries.A 14-year-old is reportedly suffering from light injuries.
Jerusalem Police: Stabbing on Shmuel HaNavi street, 14 yr old Jewish victim with light injuries. Suspect arrested.Jerusalem Police: Stabbing on Shmuel HaNavi street, 14 yr old Jewish victim with light injuries. Suspect arrested.
Updated at 10.25am BSTUpdated at 10.25am BST
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Peter BeaumontPeter Beaumont
The old city at the moment is under very, very high security. There have been metal detectors installed at the different old city gates. In the city at the moment, there are a lot of barriers but it’s quiet at the moment. The restrictions at the al-Aqsa mosque mean no Muslim men under the age of 45 are allowed in. Quite a lot of people haven’t been allowed to come in. Usually when security is high, violence is less likely but there’s a sense that everyone is waiting to see what will happen.The old city at the moment is under very, very high security. There have been metal detectors installed at the different old city gates. In the city at the moment, there are a lot of barriers but it’s quiet at the moment. The restrictions at the al-Aqsa mosque mean no Muslim men under the age of 45 are allowed in. Quite a lot of people haven’t been allowed to come in. Usually when security is high, violence is less likely but there’s a sense that everyone is waiting to see what will happen.
The comments coming out of the Israeli prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu’s office and that of the Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, they have said they do not want any sort of escalation [of the violence] but it’s not completely clear they are leading the demonstrations or in control of what’s happening on the ground.The comments coming out of the Israeli prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu’s office and that of the Palestinian president, Mahmoud Abbas, they have said they do not want any sort of escalation [of the violence] but it’s not completely clear they are leading the demonstrations or in control of what’s happening on the ground.
Updated at 10.38am BSTUpdated at 10.38am BST
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Some more updates on the stabbing:Some more updates on the stabbing:
Negev Police update: Jewish attacker suspected of stabbing 4 Arabs in Dimona is a 17 yr old local, not a man in his 20s as said earlierNegev Police update: Jewish attacker suspected of stabbing 4 Arabs in Dimona is a 17 yr old local, not a man in his 20s as said earlier
MDA: Wounded in Dimona attack include 42 yr old laborer stabbed in upper body, two in their 50s w/light injuries to extremities (and a 4th)MDA: Wounded in Dimona attack include 42 yr old laborer stabbed in upper body, two in their 50s w/light injuries to extremities (and a 4th)
MKs Uri Ariel, Moti Yogev from right-wing Jewish Home party send statements condemning "revenge attacks", "vigilantism" after Dimona attackMKs Uri Ariel, Moti Yogev from right-wing Jewish Home party send statements condemning "revenge attacks", "vigilantism" after Dimona attack
Israeli police spox tells MEE: Negev stabbing attack carried out 'in revenge' for violence targeting Jewish Israelis http://t.co/5wpMCv7tI3Israeli police spox tells MEE: Negev stabbing attack carried out 'in revenge' for violence targeting Jewish Israelis http://t.co/5wpMCv7tI3
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The UK Foreign Secretary, Philip Hammond has just released a statement condemning the recent violence in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories:The UK Foreign Secretary, Philip Hammond has just released a statement condemning the recent violence in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories:
I continue to be deeply concerned by violent clashes across the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel which have resulted in a number of deaths and hundreds of injuries.I continue to be deeply concerned by violent clashes across the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Israel which have resulted in a number of deaths and hundreds of injuries.
We condemn all acts of violence, including attacks by Palestinians and by Israeli settlers. We urge all sides to take immediate steps to de-escalate the tensions and avoid actions that threaten to exacerbate the situation.We condemn all acts of violence, including attacks by Palestinians and by Israeli settlers. We urge all sides to take immediate steps to de-escalate the tensions and avoid actions that threaten to exacerbate the situation.
“Every Israeli and Palestinian has the right to live in peace and security. We understand, and share, the deep frustration on all sides at the lack of progress on the Middle East Peace Process. The current violence underlines that a just and lasting resolution that ends the occupation and delivers peace for both Israelis and Palestinians is long overdue.“Every Israeli and Palestinian has the right to live in peace and security. We understand, and share, the deep frustration on all sides at the lack of progress on the Middle East Peace Process. The current violence underlines that a just and lasting resolution that ends the occupation and delivers peace for both Israelis and Palestinians is long overdue.
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Ynet has an image of one of the victimsYnet has an image of one of the victims
3 Arab victims in Dimona attack said to be municipal workers @ilanacuriel http://t.co/U1KTivjOUq #Ynet pic.twitter.com/SBDuOD0t8t3 Arab victims in Dimona attack said to be municipal workers @ilanacuriel http://t.co/U1KTivjOUq #Ynet pic.twitter.com/SBDuOD0t8t
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This is from Reuters on the stabbings:This is from Reuters on the stabbings:
The stabbings took place in the town of Dimona and were all were believed to have been carried out by the same suspect, police said.The stabbings took place in the town of Dimona and were all were believed to have been carried out by the same suspect, police said.
“As of now there are four stabbings,” spokeswoman Luba Samri said, adding that the motive appeared to be “nationalistic”.“As of now there are four stabbings,” spokeswoman Luba Samri said, adding that the motive appeared to be “nationalistic”.
The first man stabbed was a municipal worker who was moderately wounded by the assailant. Another Arab was stabbed near a school, she said.The first man stabbed was a municipal worker who was moderately wounded by the assailant. Another Arab was stabbed near a school, she said.
Details of the other two stabbings and the condition of the victims were not immediately clear.Details of the other two stabbings and the condition of the victims were not immediately clear.
The mayor of Dimona, Benny Biton, told Israel Radio the suspect was a resident of the town who was “known to police”.The mayor of Dimona, Benny Biton, told Israel Radio the suspect was a resident of the town who was “known to police”.
Four Israelis have been killed in stabbings in Jerusalem and a drive-by shooting in the occupied West Bank since last week, and there have been several such attacks by Palestinians within Israel that caused injuries but no fatalities.Four Israelis have been killed in stabbings in Jerusalem and a drive-by shooting in the occupied West Bank since last week, and there have been several such attacks by Palestinians within Israel that caused injuries but no fatalities.
On Thursday, Jerusalem’s mayor and mayors in other cities urged residents who have gun licenses to carry their weapons with them, a call that prompted some politicians to warn against vigilantism.On Thursday, Jerusalem’s mayor and mayors in other cities urged residents who have gun licenses to carry their weapons with them, a call that prompted some politicians to warn against vigilantism.
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The suspect arrested for the stabbings told police his victims are “terrorists”, according to Reuters reporter Luke Baker:The suspect arrested for the stabbings told police his victims are “terrorists”, according to Reuters reporter Luke Baker:
Jewish suspect arrested for stabbing four Arabs in southern Israel tells police he believes "all those he stabbed are terrorists"Jewish suspect arrested for stabbing four Arabs in southern Israel tells police he believes "all those he stabbed are terrorists"
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The number of victims of the previously reported stabbing attacks has now risen to four with the incidents said to be “nationalistically” motivated.The number of victims of the previously reported stabbing attacks has now risen to four with the incidents said to be “nationalistically” motivated.
Confirming four Arabs stabbed in Dimona, @IL_Police say Jewish suspect believed responsible for all attacks & "nationalistically" motivated.Confirming four Arabs stabbed in Dimona, @IL_Police say Jewish suspect believed responsible for all attacks & "nationalistically" motivated.
Jewish suspect in Dimona stabbing spree against Arabs is a resident of the town who is "known to police" - Mayor Benny Biton to @ReshetBetJewish suspect in Dimona stabbing spree against Arabs is a resident of the town who is "known to police" - Mayor Benny Biton to @ReshetBet
MDA: Dimona wounded include 4 hurt, 2 moderately, 2 lightly. Two separate stabbing incidents in city they say.MDA: Dimona wounded include 4 hurt, 2 moderately, 2 lightly. Two separate stabbing incidents in city they say.
MDA says stabbing attacks on 4 Arabs in Dimona were in spots - at 9am on Gdolei Yisrael street, and 3 stabbed on Ben-Gurion St. at 9:45MDA says stabbing attacks on 4 Arabs in Dimona were in spots - at 9am on Gdolei Yisrael street, and 3 stabbed on Ben-Gurion St. at 9:45
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Another (third) person was reportedly wounded in the attacks by a Jewish suspect, reported earlier.Another (third) person was reportedly wounded in the attacks by a Jewish suspect, reported earlier.
BREAKING UPDATE: 3 Arabs wounded after being stabbed in Dimona, Israeli suspect caught & arrested, motive unknown. pic.twitter.com/uNjfAlxYcfBREAKING UPDATE: 3 Arabs wounded after being stabbed in Dimona, Israeli suspect caught & arrested, motive unknown. pic.twitter.com/uNjfAlxYcf
Now @Mdais updating that 3 Arabs were stabbed in Dimona, 1 moderately wounded, 2 lightly; @IL_police have arrested a Jewish suspectNow @Mdais updating that 3 Arabs were stabbed in Dimona, 1 moderately wounded, 2 lightly; @IL_police have arrested a Jewish suspect
Updated at 2.45pm BSTUpdated at 2.45pm BST
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Jacob Burns is monitoring events in Jerusalem today for Amnesty International and has been tweeting updates (NB in the first tweet it says access is restricted to Palestinians aged 50 plus - this has now been changed to 45 plus and only applies to men):Jacob Burns is monitoring events in Jerusalem today for Amnesty International and has been tweeting updates (NB in the first tweet it says access is restricted to Palestinians aged 50 plus - this has now been changed to 45 plus and only applies to men):
A heavy police presence this morning in #Jerusalem, and access to #alAqsa is restricted to Palestinians aged 50+ pic.twitter.com/LhvlbMfMewA heavy police presence this morning in #Jerusalem, and access to #alAqsa is restricted to Palestinians aged 50+ pic.twitter.com/LhvlbMfMew
Roads linking Palestinian neighbourhoods Wadi al Joz and al Tur to old city are closed #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/ZjqGs2PNTCRoads linking Palestinian neighbourhoods Wadi al Joz and al Tur to old city are closed #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/ZjqGs2PNTC
Haroon al Rashid st also closed off. This checkpoint just turned away a boy of about 11 from passing #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/xfbxrHGHDqHaroon al Rashid st also closed off. This checkpoint just turned away a boy of about 11 from passing #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/xfbxrHGHDq
Herod's Gate. Police checking papers of those who want to enter #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/DL02L8TxjMHerod's Gate. Police checking papers of those who want to enter #Jerusalem pic.twitter.com/DL02L8TxjM
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Two Israeli Arabs stabbedTwo Israeli Arabs stabbed
A Reuters reporter says two Israeli Arabs have been stabbed:A Reuters reporter says two Israeli Arabs have been stabbed:
Two Israeli Arabs stabbed in separate incidents in Dimona, Jewish suspect arrested - @IL_PoliceTwo Israeli Arabs stabbed in separate incidents in Dimona, Jewish suspect arrested - @IL_Police
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Haaretz reports that hundreds of right wing protesters marched through Jerusalem chanting “death to Arabs” last night, attempting to enter the Palestinian neighbourhood of Silwan in East Jerusalem.Haaretz reports that hundreds of right wing protesters marched through Jerusalem chanting “death to Arabs” last night, attempting to enter the Palestinian neighbourhood of Silwan in East Jerusalem.
Four were arrested during the demonstration, including Bentzi Gopstein, head of the far-right Lehava organization.Four were arrested during the demonstration, including Bentzi Gopstein, head of the far-right Lehava organization.
A group of demonstrators entered the Western Wall plaza and appeared to be searching for Arabs.A group of demonstrators entered the Western Wall plaza and appeared to be searching for Arabs.
The Israeli website reports that the demonstration came after a day of “no less than seven lone-wolf terror attacks against Israeli Jews in Israel and the West Bank”.The Israeli website reports that the demonstration came after a day of “no less than seven lone-wolf terror attacks against Israeli Jews in Israel and the West Bank”.
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