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Palestinian 'Day of Rage' ends in bloodshed

Deadly clashes, rocket fire and air strikes marked the Muslim holy day on Friday, as Palestinians protested at President Donald Trump's decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel

Israel

A deadly Day of Rage for Palestinians

A Day of Rage across the West Bank, East Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip turns violent. At least one person has been killed and dozens injured, reports suggest.

World News

Tight security for "Day of Rage"

Israeli police increased their presence in Jerusalem on Friday, preparing for a Palestinian "day of rage". However, no extra restrictions were placed on access for worshippers at the flashpoint Al Aqsa mosque. Police say they had no indication of unrest there.

World News

Outrage outside the Middle East as Muslim World protests

The relocation of the US embassy to Jerusalem is greeted with anger everywhere.

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Economy

Brexit breakthrough - a personal victory for Theresa May

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Friday prayers flashpoint feared over Trump Jerusalem move

After clashes in the West Bank and Gaza on Thursday, an escalation of violence is feared at Friday prayers after President Trump's decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital

World News

White House on Jerusalem move: 'A very courageous and bold action'

The Trump administration has defended the US president's decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital, despite widespread international anger at the move

Israel

Gloom and defiance on the streets of East Jerusalem

Palestinians united in their rejection of President Trump's recogntion of the city as Israel's capital.

World News

The world reacts to Trump's Jerusalem decision

Diplomatic reaction to Donald Trump's decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel has been swift and unequivocal

World News

UN security council to discuss US recognition of Jerusalem

The UN security council is expected to meet on Friday to discuss Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

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Trump has no right, say angry East Jerusalem residents

People in East Jerusalem have been giving their reaction to news that the US President has officially recognised Jerusalem as Israeli capital

USA

'It is time to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital' Trump announce

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas rejected Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as the Israeli capital and said Jerusalem was "the eternal capital of the State of Palestine"

Europe News

The Brief from Brussels: Albania PM seeks EU talks

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World reacts with alarm over Trump's Jerusalem recognition

Europe News

EU officials fret over Trump Israel policy

Israel

World leaders condemn Trump's Jerusalem plan

The US president's plan to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital and move the US embassy to the city bring global disapproval, even before his expected announcement.

World News

Trump to make decision on Jerusalem

Donald Trump is still weighing up whether to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital in a move which could increase Palestinian and Israeli tensions

USA

For and against: Should Trump recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Is

Its critics claim the move would aggravate the already-tense situation in the country, while some of Trump's closest aides say he should satisfy his campaign promise

USA

US poised to disrupt Jerusalem dispute

It is believed Donald Trump will announce the US recognises Jerusalem as Israel's capital, a first step towards moving the country's embassy there. The move is likely to inflame resentment and instability in the region, as Palestinians also claim East Jerusalem as their own.

Israel

Watch: spiders weave giant webs in forest near Jerusalem

Science and nature combine to create a spectacular sight as trees are covered in cobwebs.