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Germany, France warn citizens in Jerusalem amid planned US recognition

By REUTERS

DECEMBER 6, 2017 11:14

BERLIN - Germany is concerned that violent clashes could erupt in the Middle East following reports that US President Donald Trump would recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, its Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday.

France's Foreign Ministry also warned on its website that demonstrations were expected and that its nationals should avoid them and any large crowds in east Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza.

In an update of its travel advice for Israel and the Palestinian territories, the German ministry in Berlin said: "From December 6, 2017, there may be demonstrations in Jerusalem, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. Violent clashes can not be ruled out."

It advised its travelers in Jerusalem to closely monitor the situation via local media and avoid the affected areas.

Senior US officials said on Tuesday that Trump will recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital on Wednesday and set in motion the relocation of the US Embassy to the city.

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