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Jerusalem Day Events Include Assault on Peace Now Head and Clashes in West Bank
Incidents on May 14 involved violence against Arab residents in Jerusalem and an assault on the head of Peace Now in the West Bank. Officials and settlers participated in marches that included flag displays on Temple Mount.
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On May 14, violence occurred in Jerusalem during Jerusalem Day events and a separate assault took place against the head of Peace Now in the West Bank. Both incidents involved confrontations between groups and raised questions about enforcement of public order.
Young men carrying Israeli flags marched through parts of Jerusalem's Old City. The head of Peace Now was assaulted by a settler during related activity in the West Bank on the same day. Officials participated in portions of the march that reached Temple Mount.
Katz revoked administrative detention for settlers after taking the post. Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich holds responsibility for civilian matters in the Defense Ministry. The head of Peace Now stated the assault reflected a broader pattern of limited consequences for such actions.
The article notes that Jerusalem Day traditionally marks the reunification of the city. Some participants used the occasion to express nationalist positions while others viewed the events as disruptive to Arab residents. Elections are scheduled in the coming months.
The source states that the current government faces questions about its ability to deter further confrontations before voting occurs.
