Israel Struggling to Combat Wave of Palestinian Rock-Throwing Attacks in Jerusalem
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by News Editor
Rock throwing is becoming commonplace in Jerusalem. Photo: Justin McIntosh.
After finding high-tech solutions to halt suicide bombings and rockets, tech-savvy Israel is struggling with the resurgence of a weapon dating back to David and Goliath: the hurled rock.
Rock throwing is becoming commonplace in Jerusalem amid a wave of Palestinian unrest, leading to calls for a harsh crackdown and adding to tensions over access to a key holy site. But the outbursts appear to be decentralized and unorganized, and any tough new measures risk setting off another full-fledged conflict.
Read full story at The Associated Press.
