Police clash with Palestinian protesters amid Jerusalem light festival

Video. Police clash with Palestinian protesters amid Jerusalem light festival

Police used stun grenades to disperse hundreds of Palestinians who were protesting against an Israeli light festival at the old city of Jerusalem. Police said four men were arrested. A few were pushed to the ground during the scuffles but no serious injuries were reported. The light festival is an annual event organised by Israel’s Jerusalem municipality where thousands take part in the cultural and artistic events including dancing and singing.

Police used stun grenades to disperse hundreds of Palestinians who were protesting against an Israeli light festival at the old city of Jerusalem. Police said four men were arrested. A few were pushed to the ground during the scuffles but no serious injuries were reported. The light festival is an annual event organised by Israel’s Jerusalem municipality where thousands take part in the cultural and artistic events including dancing and singing.

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