Israeli forces have killed at least 18 Palestinians during mass protests along the Gaza border, casting a cloud over the inauguration of the new US embassy in Jerusalem. Israeli forces have killed at least 18 Palestinians during mass protests along the Gaza border, casting a cloud over the inauguration of the new US embassy in Jerusalem. The march was also directed at the inauguration of the US embassy in Jerusalem later. Palestinian protesters hurl stones at Israeli troops during a protest on the border (AP) “A great day for Israel!” Mr Trump tweeted earlier on Monday. Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised Mr Trump’s “bold decision” in upending decades of US policy by recognising Jerusalem as Israel’s capital.

Source: Irish Independent May 14, 2018 12:20 UTC