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Al-Araby
Al-Araby
Damascus Gate, one of the main entrances to Jerusalem’s Old City, is often a place of gathering and celebration for Muslims breaking their fast during the holy month of Ramadan. But for the fifth night in a row, the ancient landmark has been marred with violence as Israeli forces lead a brutal crackdown against Palestinians. Since the recent string of attacks against Israelis by Palestinians in cities across Israel, Israeli authorities and settlers have launched a new wave of aggression in retaliation against Palestinians. Israeli forces dressed in riot gear and using rubber-coated steel bulle…