Thousands of Israelis marched in a controversial flag-waving procession through east Jerusalem on Sunday, after Palestinian factions warned the event could ignite a new round of tensions.
Crowds waving Israeli flags set off from Damascus Gate -- the main entry to the Muslim Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City -- dancing and chanting"the nation of Israel lives" and"death to Arabs." Israeli judge's ruling on Jews who prayed in Al-Aqsa compound ignites controversyIsraeli police in riot gear blocked surrounding streets, forcibly removing Palestinian protesters from the route.
More than 50 people have been arrested and detained for involvement in incidents of riots and assaulting police officers, Israel's police said in a statement Sunday. Israeli army soldiers take aim during clashes with protesters following a demonstration to denounce the annual"flag march," on May 29, 2022. Five police officers were lightly injured in the various incidents and needed medical treatment, the police also said.
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