With the tensions growing in Jerusalem, the UAE is calling on Israel to de-escalate the situation and assume their responsibilities.

The statement given by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation-UAE stressed deep concern over the violence in occupied East Jerusalem and its strong condemnation of the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the disturbance in the Sheikh Jarrah neighbourhood.

H.E. Khalifa Shaheen Almarar, Minister of State added that the urgency for Israeli authorities to assume their responsibilities – in accordance with international laws – to protect Palestinian civilians’ right to practice their religion.

The tensions have led to the injury of 17 police officers and 205 civilians.

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UAE officials are further calling for regional peace and stability by reminding authorities to preserve the historical identity of occupied Jerusalem.

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— وزارة الخارجية والتعاون الدولي (@MoFAICUAE) May 8, 2021

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