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At least 90 Palestinians wounded as unrest continues in Jerusalem

Israeli police on Saturday clashed with Palestinian protesters in a show of force that threatened to deepen the holy city's worst religious unrest in several years.

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Europe's week: Intellectual property waiver & clampdown on China

Europe changed its position on intellectual property protections for COVID-19 vaccines and also announced a series of measures aimed at reducing China's influence in Europe.

Syria

Syria reports Israeli missile strikes killed and injured civilians

It comes two weeks after a missile fired by Syria struck deep inside Israel, which set off air raid sirens near the country’s top-secret nuclear reactor.

Israel

Netanyahu misses deadline, political future in question

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has missed a midnight deadline for putting together a new coalition government.

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The most striking images from this week's top stories

The key stories of the week, captured by photographers around the world.

Israel

'A great tragedy': Dozens killed in Israel religious festival stampede

At least 44 people and injured some 150 others early Friday following a crush during the celebrations of Lag BaOmer at Mount Meron.

Israel

Nightly clashes in Jerusalem continue during holy month of Ramadan

The clashes, injuring four police and six protesters, have become an almost nightly occurrence since Ramadan started nearly two weeks ago.

Israel

Israel drops outdoor face masks as 61% of citizens get first COVID jab

The Israeli government has removed the obligation to wear a mask outdoors due to a steep fall in covid cases after mass vaccination

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Iran and Israel trade barbs after nuclear site sabotage

Israel has not yet confirmed or denied if it carried out the strike which damaged centrifuges at the Iranian Natanz nuclear plant.

Israel

Netanyahu asked to form new government, but faces long odds

Netanyahu, who is on trial for corruption charges, has six weeks to lure his political foes into a coalition.

Israel

In Israel, still no winner after fourth election in two years

With 100% of votes counted, the country faces weeks of coalition negotiations followed by the possibility of yet another election.

Israel

Bibi again? Israelis vote as country emerges from virus restrictions

Will Israel's successful vaccine campaign save Benjamin Netanyahu his job?

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Thousands protest Netanyahu three days before Israel election

Once again, Benjamin Netanyahu is fighting for his political survival.

Israel

Discovery of ancient scroll first of its kind since Dead Sea Scrolls

The 2,000-year-old scroll is the first discovery of its kind since the unearthing of the Dead Sea Scrolls more than 70 years ago.

Turkey

Turkey warns Cyprus, Greece and Israel over undersea electricity cable

Turkey has protested against a recent agreement reached between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus advancing plans to build an underwater electricity cable in the Mediterranean.

Israel

Israel reopens economy after vaccinating nearly 40% of population

Bars and restaurants, hotels and schools could reopen on Sunday. But certain places are allowed to the vaccinated only.

Austria

Austria and Denmark to develop next generation vaccines with Israel

The initiative comes amid growing frustration over delays in the EU's vaccine rollout.

United Arab Emirates

Israeli-owned cargo ship docks in Dubai after mysterious blast

The unexplained blast has raised security concerns for shipping in the Gulf of Oman amid heightened tensions with Iran.

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Israelis celebrate Purim with parade amid tighter COVID restrictions

The crowds turned out in spite of COVID-19 restrictions, which included a curfew spanning three nights, to curb Purim festivities amid fresh virus fears.

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Israel and Greece sign deal to allow vaccinated tourists to travel

Israel and Greece signed a deal that clears the way for vaccinated tourists to travel between the countries in a bid to boost their economies.

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