Security at high alert

Air raids were carried out by Israeli cobra helicopter gunships in and around Jerusalem while Israeli police remained on high alert, deployed in and around East Jerusalem, restricting entry into Al-Aqsa mosque to men over 50 and women of all ages. Residents of West Bank were restricted from entering the mosque for prayer, many of them were returned at the checkpoint as only those with special permits are allowed access to Jerusalem. Dozens of rock-throwing Palestinians clashed with police in several locations in East Jerusalem. Police responded with tear gas and rubber bullets. Medical officials said at least 40 Palestinians were treated in East Jerusalem hospitals. Police said two policemen were hurt.