In the wake of escalating tension between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, representatives of both countries called for the United Nations to help restore calm to the region. Earlier this month, two Israeli border policemen were killed by Arab Israeli attackers at the site that is home to the Al Aksa Mosque. He said “Israel’s top priority is to maintain the safety and security of all Temple Mount visitors." He told the council almost 30 percent of foreign aid meant for humanitarian purposes ends up in the hands of terrorists and their families. U.S. United Nations ambassador Nikki Haley briefly addressed the council on the recent violence and tension at the Temple Mount.

Source: Fox News July 25, 2017 19:52 UTC