US ‘deeply concerned’ over Jerusalem violence

WASHINGTON, April 24 (MENA) - The State Department said Friday it is “deeply concerned” over violent clashes between Israeli nationalists and Palestinian residents in Jerusalem, said The Hill newspaper.

“We are deeply concerned by the escalation of violence in Jerusalem. The rhetoric of extremist protestors chanting hateful and violent slogans must be firmly rejected. We call for calm and unity, and urge authorities to ensure the safety, security, and rights of all in Jerusalem,” tweeted State Department spokesperson Ned Price.

The concern comes after a night of violence in Jerusalem between Israelis and Palestinians.

Urtla-nationalist Israelis were seen chanting “Death to Arabs” and waving banners reading, “Death to terrorists,” and Palestinians were throwing firecrackers and setting garbage bins on fire.