More than 270 Palestinians were hurt, including 205 who went to hospitals and clinics for treatment, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent. Hundreds of Palestinians and about two dozen police officers have been hurt over the past few days. AdvertisementThe site, known to Jews as the Temple Mount and to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary, is also considered the holiest site in Judaism. Israel has come under growing international criticism for its actions at the site, particularly during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. It later annexed East Jerusalem, home to the city’s most sensitive holy sites, and considers the entire city its capital.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 10, 2021 09:56 UTC