Temple Mount: Risk of escalation looms as security authorities tread warily

Published: 17 July 2017

Last updated: 4 March 2024

Security forces are unsure how far to go to prevent more violence following Friday’s shootings.

Israel, Muslim Temple Mount authority up a tree without a ladder - and no American safety net
The Trump administration doesn't seem capable of, or even interested in, delving into the nitty-gritty of the Temple Mount's status quo (Haaretz, July 17)

After Temple Mount attack, Netanyahu and Abbas work together for once
BARAK RAVID Netanyahu and Abbas both acted responsibly to prevent a holy war; but the Arab world's condemnation of Israel is a reason for concern (Haaretz, July 16)

Israelis Killing Israelis
GIDEON LEVY The shooting of two police officers on the Temple Mount has a motive, a reason and deep roots. But discussing them is considered treason and a justification of terror (Haaretz, July 16)

Temple Mount killers aimed to set the Middle East ablaze
AVI ISSACHAROFF Arab Israeli trio selected the most resonant site in the region; they expected to die, and to trigger much more bloodshed (Times of Israel, July 14)

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