Israeli Nationalists Chant Anti-Palestinian Slogans During Jerusalem Day March

Israeli nationalists marched through the narrow streets of Jerusalem's Old City on Thursday, chanting "Death to Arabs" and other anti-Palestinian slogans during the annual Jerusalem Day march. Many Palestinian residents remained barricaded indoors throughout the event.

Every year, tens of thousands of Israelis participate in the march to celebrate what Israeli authorities call the reunification of Jerusalem. The observance follows Israel's annexation of east Jerusalem during the 1967 Arab-Israeli war. The annexation, which brought a predominantly Palestinian population under Israeli control, is not recognised by the United Nations.

The United Nations considers the annexation illegal under international law. Palestinian residents of east Jerusalem have remained in place since 1967. Thursday's march took place amid heightened tensions in the city.

The nationalists swept through the Old City's streets as part of the official commemorations. Police maintained order along the route while participants continued their chants. Many local Palestinian shops and homes stayed closed for the duration of the event.

The march has been held annually since the 1967 war. Israeli authorities describe the occasion as marking the city's reunification under Israeli administration. International bodies maintain that east Jerusalem's status remains subject to final negotiations.