Temple Mount Closed to Jews as Thousands of Rioters Attack Police

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Arab rioters clashed with Israeli police on the Temple Mount Monday morning, as Israel celebrates the 54th anniversary of the liberation of eastern Jerusalem.

Authorities closed the Temple Mount to Jewish visitors early Monday morning, even before the violence began, noting the recent spate of attacks on Jews in and around the Old City of Jerusalem.

Rioters hurled stones and firebombs at Israeli officers, who responded with stun grenades.

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