Violence Against Palestinians in East Jerusalem: Ramadan & Flag March 2023
During three key events in April and May 2023, Palestinians faced violent actions from Israeli security forces: Flag March (May 18, 2023): Police escorted extremist Jewish marchers who attacked Palestinian journalists and businesses. Some marchers threw stones, sprayed pepper spray, and destroyed merchandise, while police stood by, not intervening. Journalists were harassed, and one was injured by a stone. Sabbath of Light (April 15, 2023): Police clashed with Christian pilgrims during the procession. At a checkpoint, Border Police blocked the group and violently attacked participants, including an elderly man who was punched unconscious. Father Barsum Kando testified about the mistreatment, highlighting the tension and fear caused by the police's aggressive actions. Al-Aqsa Mosque (April 3, 2023): Israeli police raided the mosque during Ramadan, using stun grenades and rubber bullets against worshipers. Despite attempts to resist, police beat worshipers and detained hundreds. One young man was severely beaten, and paramedics were denied access to the wounded.
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