Israel is preparing for further unrest after Palestinian factions called for a “Day of Rage.” A wave of protest followed US President Donald Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. Palestinians were urged to take part in a “Day of Rage” on Friday, with Islamist group Hamas calling for a new uprising against Israel in response to US President Donald Trump’s recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. At a speech in Gaza City, Hamas leader Ismail Haniya called for a third intifada. Soon after, projectiles were fired from Gaza into Israel. Trump’s announcement was met with dismay by most of Washington’s allies, but the president was praised by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Source: Egypt Independent December 08, 2017 08:15 UTC