Jerusalem Day March Fuels Tensions, Violence Erupts in Old City

Jerusalem Day March Sparks Tensions in Old City: The annual Jerusalem Day march by Israeli Jews through Muslim neighborhoods in the Old City of Jerusalem once again ignited tensions. Chants of "death to Arabs" and the singing of songs wishing harm upon Palestinian villages were widely reported. One shopkeeper, speaking anonymously, stated, "I closed my shop early to avoid being attacked. It's not okay what they did." The march, while a yearly occurrence, continues to be a major point of contention, highlighting the deep divisions in Jerusalem. Police made arrests, but the overall situation remained tense. The event underscores the ongoing need for dialogue and peace-building initiatives in the region.