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Israel-Palestine unrest: three Israelis killed in Jerusalem attacks – live updates Israel-Palestine unrest: three Israelis killed in Jerusalem attacks – live updates
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These are the locations of the five flash-points where attacks and violent protests have been taking place on Tuesday. Palestinians have also been gathering in southern Gaza, Bethlehem in the West Bank, and in the Arab neighbourhood of Jabel Mukaber, where the Jerusalem attackers lived, according to police.These are the locations of the five flash-points where attacks and violent protests have been taking place on Tuesday. Palestinians have also been gathering in southern Gaza, Bethlehem in the West Bank, and in the Arab neighbourhood of Jabel Mukaber, where the Jerusalem attackers lived, according to police.
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Peter BeaumontPeter Beaumont
Our Jerusalem correspondent Peter Beaumont looks back over the month-long wave of violence across Israel and the Palestinian territories in this dispatch.Our Jerusalem correspondent Peter Beaumont looks back over the month-long wave of violence across Israel and the Palestinian territories in this dispatch.
He speaks to Hasan Qureishi, deputy speaker of the Palestinian legislative council, who sees a lack of leadership on the Palestinian side. He also speaks to right-wing Israelis protesting in Jerusalem against the perceived leniency shown by the Netanyahu government.He speaks to Hasan Qureishi, deputy speaker of the Palestinian legislative council, who sees a lack of leadership on the Palestinian side. He also speaks to right-wing Israelis protesting in Jerusalem against the perceived leniency shown by the Netanyahu government.
Settlers who had been scheduled to protest outside Netanyahu’s house tonight have cancelled their demonstration after today’s escalation of violent attacks.Settlers who had been scheduled to protest outside Netanyahu’s house tonight have cancelled their demonstration after today’s escalation of violent attacks.
Given the security situation settlers cancel major rally planned for tonight in Jerusalem's Paris Square. #Israel #PalestineGiven the security situation settlers cancel major rally planned for tonight in Jerusalem's Paris Square. #Israel #Palestine
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Shops and schools in Israeli-Arab areas and in Palestinian territories have been closed as part of a general strike today, with whole streets in East Jerusalem shuttered, according to these reporters on Twitter.Shops and schools in Israeli-Arab areas and in Palestinian territories have been closed as part of a general strike today, with whole streets in East Jerusalem shuttered, according to these reporters on Twitter.
General strike by #Palestinians in east #Jerusalem , the first one in many years pic.twitter.com/fkdhXos9EYGeneral strike by #Palestinians in east #Jerusalem , the first one in many years pic.twitter.com/fkdhXos9EY
Ghost town: Palestinians stage general strike in Israel http://t.co/DKFkj2dv7O pic.twitter.com/mi47XKinDGGhost town: Palestinians stage general strike in Israel http://t.co/DKFkj2dv7O pic.twitter.com/mi47XKinDG
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An update on the condition of the Israelis seriously injured in the stabbing attacks in Jerusalem:An update on the condition of the Israelis seriously injured in the stabbing attacks in Jerusalem:
4 Israelis still in serious condition after attacks in Jerusalem. 18 people in total were rushed to hospitals after the two attacks.4 Israelis still in serious condition after attacks in Jerusalem. 18 people in total were rushed to hospitals after the two attacks.
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The Turkish government has called Israel’s use of force against Palestinian protesters “disproportionate” and urged an end to the escalation of violence.The Turkish government has called Israel’s use of force against Palestinian protesters “disproportionate” and urged an end to the escalation of violence.
In a statement to Hurriyet Daily News, a foreign ministry spokesman said Ankara was closely following developments, particularly in relation to Muslims’ access to the al-Aqsa mosque compound.In a statement to Hurriyet Daily News, a foreign ministry spokesman said Ankara was closely following developments, particularly in relation to Muslims’ access to the al-Aqsa mosque compound.
We strongly condemn Israeli security forces’ use of disproportionate force in these incidents which have developed as a result of Israel’s insistence on practices against status quo.We strongly condemn Israeli security forces’ use of disproportionate force in these incidents which have developed as a result of Israel’s insistence on practices against status quo.
The only way to prevent escalation of the tension is Israel abiding by rules of international law in Palestinian territories which it keeps under occupation and, within this framework, it giving an immediate end to provocative and arbitrary practices which target status and holiness of the al-Haram al-Sharif [the Islamic name for Temple Mount].The only way to prevent escalation of the tension is Israel abiding by rules of international law in Palestinian territories which it keeps under occupation and, within this framework, it giving an immediate end to provocative and arbitrary practices which target status and holiness of the al-Haram al-Sharif [the Islamic name for Temple Mount].
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Fifth stabbing confirmed as botched 'revenge attack'Fifth stabbing confirmed as botched 'revenge attack'
Israeli police now believe that a stabbing attack at an Ikea store in Kiryat Ata involved an Israeli man stabbing a fellow Israeli Jew - who he mistook for an Arab.Israeli police now believe that a stabbing attack at an Ikea store in Kiryat Ata involved an Israeli man stabbing a fellow Israeli Jew - who he mistook for an Arab.
Police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld initially called the stabbing a criminally motivated attack. But police have since concluded the man was hoping to stab an Arab in revenge for the attacks against Jews that have spread across Israel. However, he attacked another Israeli Jew whom he thought was an Arab because of his Middle Eastern appearance.Police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld initially called the stabbing a criminally motivated attack. But police have since concluded the man was hoping to stab an Arab in revenge for the attacks against Jews that have spread across Israel. However, he attacked another Israeli Jew whom he thought was an Arab because of his Middle Eastern appearance.
At Kiryat Ata's Ikea, an Israeli Jew knifed another after apparently mistaking him for an Arab; victim wounded, stabber caught - @Channel10At Kiryat Ata's Ikea, an Israeli Jew knifed another after apparently mistaking him for an Arab; victim wounded, stabber caught - @Channel10
The victim is in hospital recovering from moderate injuries.The victim is in hospital recovering from moderate injuries.
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Phoebe GreenwoodPhoebe Greenwood
Guardian correspondent Phoebe Greeenwood has sent this dispatch from Rachel’s tomb in Bethlehem.Guardian correspondent Phoebe Greeenwood has sent this dispatch from Rachel’s tomb in Bethlehem.
She reports protesters throwing stones as the Israeli military responds with tear gas, amid unconfirmed reports a Palestinian protester has been shot with live ammunition.She reports protesters throwing stones as the Israeli military responds with tear gas, amid unconfirmed reports a Palestinian protester has been shot with live ammunition.
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A funeral is taking place this afternoon for the victim killed in this morning’s attack at a bus stop on Malkei Yisrael street - identified as Rabbi Yeshayahu Krishevsky.A funeral is taking place this afternoon for the victim killed in this morning’s attack at a bus stop on Malkei Yisrael street - identified as Rabbi Yeshayahu Krishevsky.
Hundreds of people have gathered in the Orthodox neighbourhood of Geula for the burial.Hundreds of people have gathered in the Orthodox neighbourhood of Geula for the burial.
Haredi community don't wait about. Funeral of 59 year-old Rabbi Krishevsky, murdered this morning, about to begin. https://t.co/ugb9zZAgt6Haredi community don't wait about. Funeral of 59 year-old Rabbi Krishevsky, murdered this morning, about to begin. https://t.co/ugb9zZAgt6
Israel: Photo, Funeral underway for Rabbi Yishayahu Krishevski hy"d murdered in today's Jerusalem terror attack pic.twitter.com/T7moKJCpT2Israel: Photo, Funeral underway for Rabbi Yishayahu Krishevski hy"d murdered in today's Jerusalem terror attack pic.twitter.com/T7moKJCpT2
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Israeli opposition leader Isaac Herzog has put out a statement via Facebook, where he calls the attacks “a very hard day in the capital”.Israeli opposition leader Isaac Herzog has put out a statement via Facebook, where he calls the attacks “a very hard day in the capital”.
He says he will support the lockdown on Arab neighbourhoods of Jerusalem and the wider deployment of police and military, including calling up army reservists if necessary.He says he will support the lockdown on Arab neighbourhoods of Jerusalem and the wider deployment of police and military, including calling up army reservists if necessary.
Herzog also calls for an aggressive crackdown on radical websites that incite violence.Herzog also calls for an aggressive crackdown on radical websites that incite violence.
Temple Mount, the site of the Al-Aqsa mosque, should also be temporarily closed to visitors, he said.Temple Mount, the site of the Al-Aqsa mosque, should also be temporarily closed to visitors, he said.
The current wave of violence initially erupted over rumours Israel was planning to restrict access to the Temple Mount, which is holy to both Muslims and Jews. Israel has said there are no plans to alter a longstanding status quo at the site.The current wave of violence initially erupted over rumours Israel was planning to restrict access to the Temple Mount, which is holy to both Muslims and Jews. Israel has said there are no plans to alter a longstanding status quo at the site.
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All of the three alleged attackers who are reported to have carried out the attacks in Jerusalem came from the same Arab area of the city, police said.All of the three alleged attackers who are reported to have carried out the attacks in Jerusalem came from the same Arab area of the city, police said.
All 3 Arab terrorists who carried out attacks in Jerusalem came from the Arab neighborhood of Jabel mukaber. Heightened security continues.All 3 Arab terrorists who carried out attacks in Jerusalem came from the Arab neighborhood of Jabel mukaber. Heightened security continues.
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This is Mickey Rosenfeld, the Israeli police spokesman, speaking earlier at the scene of the bus stabbing, where he announces heightened public security measures across all Israeli cities, but especially in Jerusalem.This is Mickey Rosenfeld, the Israeli police spokesman, speaking earlier at the scene of the bus stabbing, where he announces heightened public security measures across all Israeli cities, but especially in Jerusalem.
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Lunchtime summaryLunchtime summary
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Hundreds of Palestinians in southern Gaza have been protesting this morning. At least 27 Palestinians been killed by Israeli fire in the escalation of violence since Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, including 11 attackers.Hundreds of Palestinians in southern Gaza have been protesting this morning. At least 27 Palestinians been killed by Israeli fire in the escalation of violence since Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, including 11 attackers.
Others have been killed in confrontations between stone-throwing protesters and Israeli soldiers, including a woman and her two-year-old daughter, with hundreds more Palestinians wounded in the clashes.Others have been killed in confrontations between stone-throwing protesters and Israeli soldiers, including a woman and her two-year-old daughter, with hundreds more Palestinians wounded in the clashes.
The Israeli army has said it will use “riot dispersal means” against the Gaza protesters, as Palestinian medical authorities told Associated Press five people had been shot and wounded by gunfire, two seriously injured.The Israeli army has said it will use “riot dispersal means” against the Gaza protesters, as Palestinian medical authorities told Associated Press five people had been shot and wounded by gunfire, two seriously injured.
A general strike is taking place today for Arab-Israeli workers, closing schools and businesses, organised by Israel’s Arab higher monitoring committee and supported by the Arab party Joint List.A general strike is taking place today for Arab-Israeli workers, closing schools and businesses, organised by Israel’s Arab higher monitoring committee and supported by the Arab party Joint List.
“We must collectively mobilize, all of us, [to]... express our democratic and civil struggle,” party chairman Ayman Odeh said.“We must collectively mobilize, all of us, [to]... express our democratic and civil struggle,” party chairman Ayman Odeh said.
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Death toll in Jerusalem attacks rises to threeDeath toll in Jerusalem attacks rises to three
Israeli police spokesman Mickey Rosenfeld confirms three people are dead in the Jerusalem attacks, two killed on the bus in Armon HaNatziv, and one killed in the attack at the bus stop on Malchei Yisrael street.Israeli police spokesman Mickey Rosenfeld confirms three people are dead in the Jerusalem attacks, two killed on the bus in Armon HaNatziv, and one killed in the attack at the bus stop on Malchei Yisrael street.
3 Israelis killed in terror attacks in Jerusalem this morning. 2 in bus attacked by terrorists, 1 near center of town attack.3 Israelis killed in terror attacks in Jerusalem this morning. 2 in bus attacked by terrorists, 1 near center of town attack.
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In Gaza, a Hamas spokesman has praised the twin attacks in Jerusalem, according to reports.In Gaza, a Hamas spokesman has praised the twin attacks in Jerusalem, according to reports.
AP quotes spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri saying the group “praises these heroic operations in Jerusalem and greets the heroes who carried them out”.AP quotes spokesman Sami Abu Zuhri saying the group “praises these heroic operations in Jerusalem and greets the heroes who carried them out”.
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A 60-year-old man was the first victim of the Jerusalem bus attack, pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. A 45-year-old man critically wounded was later pronounced dead at Sha’are Tzedek hospital, Israel medical authorities report.A 60-year-old man was the first victim of the Jerusalem bus attack, pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. A 45-year-old man critically wounded was later pronounced dead at Sha’are Tzedek hospital, Israel medical authorities report.
Among the injured are a 60-year-old woman and a 40-year-old woman who have been taken to hospital with serious stab wounds, as well as a woman in her sixties and a man in his thirties, who are being treated in hospital for moderate injuries. Three more people suffered minor injuries and two were treated for shock.Among the injured are a 60-year-old woman and a 40-year-old woman who have been taken to hospital with serious stab wounds, as well as a woman in her sixties and a man in his thirties, who are being treated in hospital for moderate injuries. Three more people suffered minor injuries and two were treated for shock.
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Here are the most recent images from the scene of the separate stabbing attack this morning on Malchei Yisrael street in the Makor Baruch neighbourhood of Jerusalem, an Orthodox area of the city mainly populated by Haredi Jews.Here are the most recent images from the scene of the separate stabbing attack this morning on Malchei Yisrael street in the Makor Baruch neighbourhood of Jerusalem, an Orthodox area of the city mainly populated by Haredi Jews.
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These are the latest pictures from the bus attack in Jerusalem, where two men are reported to have attempted to hijack the vehicle, armed with a knife and gun.These are the latest pictures from the bus attack in Jerusalem, where two men are reported to have attempted to hijack the vehicle, armed with a knife and gun.
Two people are now reported to have been killed, with more than a dozen injured.Two people are now reported to have been killed, with more than a dozen injured.
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PM calls emergency meetingPM calls emergency meeting
Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has called an emergency meeting of the Israeli security cabinet for 3pm, to discuss the most serious series of attacks since the month-long wave of violence began.Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has called an emergency meeting of the Israeli security cabinet for 3pm, to discuss the most serious series of attacks since the month-long wave of violence began.
Security minister Gilad Erdan is said to be considering travel restrictions on areas of East Jerusalem, a move backed by mayor Nir Barkat.Security minister Gilad Erdan is said to be considering travel restrictions on areas of East Jerusalem, a move backed by mayor Nir Barkat.
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Israeli media now reports two Israelis have died after the stabbing attack on the Egged line 78 bus in Jerusalem’s Armon HaNatziv neighbourhood, after a second victim succumbed to serious injuries after being taken to hospital.Israeli media now reports two Israelis have died after the stabbing attack on the Egged line 78 bus in Jerusalem’s Armon HaNatziv neighbourhood, after a second victim succumbed to serious injuries after being taken to hospital.
At least 16 people are believed to have been injured in that attack. Jerusalem mayor Nir Barkat is visiting the scene. He tweeted that he blames Palestinian and Muslim religious leaders for inciting the attacks and called for new restrictions in Jerusalem.At least 16 people are believed to have been injured in that attack. Jerusalem mayor Nir Barkat is visiting the scene. He tweeted that he blames Palestinian and Muslim religious leaders for inciting the attacks and called for new restrictions in Jerusalem.
Inflammatory incitement & lies from mosques & Palestinian leaders is resulting in murder & terror in the streets of Jerusalem #ThisMustStopInflammatory incitement & lies from mosques & Palestinian leaders is resulting in murder & terror in the streets of Jerusalem #ThisMustStop
I call on Israeli government to immediately implement drastic measures to ensure security & safety of Jerusalem residents throughout city.I call on Israeli government to immediately implement drastic measures to ensure security & safety of Jerusalem residents throughout city.
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At least four separate attacks across IsraelAt least four separate attacks across Israel
At least four separate attacks on Israelis have taken place this morning, with Israeli medical services saying at least two victims have died and 20 people have been wounded.At least four separate attacks on Israelis have taken place this morning, with Israeli medical services saying at least two victims have died and 20 people have been wounded.
Police report:Police report:
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This picture shows the aftermath of the latest stabbing attack, where an Israeli passerby was wounded in the Israeli city of Ra’anana.This picture shows the aftermath of the latest stabbing attack, where an Israeli passerby was wounded in the Israeli city of Ra’anana.
The alleged attacker, pictured here, was tackled and beaten by other members of the public and arrested by Israeli security forces. He has since been taken to hospital, according to Associated Press reports.The alleged attacker, pictured here, was tackled and beaten by other members of the public and arrested by Israeli security forces. He has since been taken to hospital, according to Associated Press reports.
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Attack on bus in JerusalemAttack on bus in Jerusalem
Peter BeaumontPeter Beaumont
Peter Beaumont has filed from Jerusalem, where there has been an attack on a bus.Peter Beaumont has filed from Jerusalem, where there has been an attack on a bus.
A stabbing attack on a Jerusalem bus has killed one person and injured six more as an escalating spate of violent attacks gripped Israel and the Palestinian Territories claiming two lives and wounding 21 six seriously.A stabbing attack on a Jerusalem bus has killed one person and injured six more as an escalating spate of violent attacks gripped Israel and the Palestinian Territories claiming two lives and wounding 21 six seriously.
According to eyewitnesses a Palestinian man began stabbing passengers on the 78 bus as it passed through Jerusalem on Tuesday morning.According to eyewitnesses a Palestinian man began stabbing passengers on the 78 bus as it passed through Jerusalem on Tuesday morning.
During the incident the unarmed driver managed to escape and alert another driver who called police. Police then shot and killed the attacker.During the incident the unarmed driver managed to escape and alert another driver who called police. Police then shot and killed the attacker.
In the immediate aftermath of the incident, the body of the attacker still lay on the ground under a white tarpaulin as ambulances ferried the wounded from the scene.In the immediate aftermath of the incident, the body of the attacker still lay on the ground under a white tarpaulin as ambulances ferried the wounded from the scene.
The attack came as reports emerged of a second attack in he city, this time involving a car, which left three people seriously injured.The attack came as reports emerged of a second attack in he city, this time involving a car, which left three people seriously injured.
Jerusalem is swamped with police and other security forces amid planned Palestinian protests and a general strike called both for Israeli Arabs and Palestinians.Jerusalem is swamped with police and other security forces amid planned Palestinian protests and a general strike called both for Israeli Arabs and Palestinians.
According to Israeli police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld, two attackers were involved in the assault on the bus, one with a knife, other with a gun. Rosenfeld could not confirm whether shots were fired.According to Israeli police spokesman Micky Rosenfeld, two attackers were involved in the assault on the bus, one with a knife, other with a gun. Rosenfeld could not confirm whether shots were fired.
Rosenfeld told journalists at the scene: “Here in Armon HaNetziv, a quiet neighbourhood of Jerusalem, two terrorists attacked a bus with a knife and a pistol.Rosenfeld told journalists at the scene: “Here in Armon HaNetziv, a quiet neighbourhood of Jerusalem, two terrorists attacked a bus with a knife and a pistol.
“Five people were injured and unfortunately an Israeli was killed in the attack. While we were dealing with this, another attack took place in a religious neighbourhood of Jerusalem in which three people were injured, as well as an attack in Ra’anana.”“Five people were injured and unfortunately an Israeli was killed in the attack. While we were dealing with this, another attack took place in a religious neighbourhood of Jerusalem in which three people were injured, as well as an attack in Ra’anana.”
One of the two men was shot and killed at the scene while the other was seriously injured.One of the two men was shot and killed at the scene while the other was seriously injured.
The situation in Jerusalem is “under control”, Rosenfeld added.The situation in Jerusalem is “under control”, Rosenfeld added.
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Opening summaryOpening summary
Israelis and Palestinians have been bracing for a day of major protests on Tuesday, with no end to recent violence in sight.Israelis and Palestinians have been bracing for a day of major protests on Tuesday, with no end to recent violence in sight.
A general strike has been called for Gaza, the West Bank and towns with large populations of Israeli Arabs, followed by a rally in the Galilee town of Sakhnin.A general strike has been called for Gaza, the West Bank and towns with large populations of Israeli Arabs, followed by a rally in the Galilee town of Sakhnin.
Settlers and members of Israeli rightwing groups are also planning a rally in Jerusalem to protest against Israeli prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s handling of the current crisis.Settlers and members of Israeli rightwing groups are also planning a rally in Jerusalem to protest against Israeli prime minister Binyamin Netanyahu’s handling of the current crisis.
Amid continued attacks and clashes an atmosphere of fear and mutual distrust has descended, particularly in Jerusalem.Amid continued attacks and clashes an atmosphere of fear and mutual distrust has descended, particularly in Jerusalem.
By Monday evening four Israelis had been killed in 12 days of violence. About 25 Palestinians had died, some of them alleged attackers. Hundreds of Palestinians had been injured.By Monday evening four Israelis had been killed in 12 days of violence. About 25 Palestinians had died, some of them alleged attackers. Hundreds of Palestinians had been injured.
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