Thousands of Israelis Participate in Nationalist March Through Jerusalem’s Muslim Quarter

On the occasion of an annual nationalist event, thousands of Israelis marched through the Muslim quarter of the Old City in Jerusalem. The march, which receives state funding, is a recurring event that often coincides with heightened tensions in the city. During the march, Palestinian-majority areas were temporarily closed to facilitate the procession. According to reports, some groups of participants chanted slogans including 'Gaza is ours', 'death to the Arabs', and 'may their villages burn'. The event has drawn attention due to these incidents and the impact on local Palestinian residents. The march is part of 'Jerusalem Day', which commemorates Israel's capture of East Jerusalem in 1967. The event is regularly accompanied by a significant police presence to manage security and prevent clashes. Human rights organizations and international observers have previously expressed concern about the potential for violence and the use of inflammatory rhetoric during the march.