On Saturday, hundreds also mourned Palestinian journalist Yasser Murtaja, shot while filming the border protest between Gaza and Israel and reportedly wearing a press-identifying jacket. The Palestinian cabinet demanded an international investigation and accountability for Israel, stating that the silence of international bodies fuels Israeli arrogance. France had called on Israel to show restraint, respect its duty to protect civilians, and highlighted Palestinians’ right to peaceful demonstrations. Rights groups did not fail to note Israeli abuses and unjustified use of excessive violence. A number of Arab countries also voiced criticism of Israel, with some protests erupting in solidarity with the Palestinian people.

Source: Daily News Egypt April 11, 2018 06:33 UTC