Tensions have soared in recent weeks in East Jerusalem, which is claimed by both Israel and the Palestinians. Palestinians react as Israeli police fire stun grenades during clashes at the compound that houses the Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem's Old City on Friday. Israeli police are seen during the clashes at the Al-Aqsa mosque compound. Israel captured East Jerusalem, along with the West Bank and Gaza — territories the Palestinians want for their future state — in the 1967 Mideast war. Israel annexed East Jerusalem in a move not recognized internationally and views the entire city as its capital.

Source: CBC News May 07, 2021 22:07 UTC