
Israeli police have entered the compound of the Al-Aksa mosque, a holy site in Jerusalem, two days after clashes between security forces and Palestinians, clashes that have left dozens injured.
Police have removed Palestinians from the area outside the mosque on the morning of April 17, while dozens of Palestinians remained inside the building.
Israeli police said palestinians had piled stones and set up barricades, preparing for violence.
Shortly afterwards, Palestinians reported clashes with Israeli police outside the mosque complex. Palestinian doctors said ten people have been injured.
Israeli police said they have entered the complex to facilitate a routine visit of Jews to this holy site, adding that security forces are continuing to enable freedom of worship for Jews and Muslims.
On April 15, clashes began in the country after police said Palestinians threw stones towards the Western Wall, a Jewish holy site located nearby.
Police said officials entered the area after being attacked with fireworks, stones and other objects. Three Palestinian police officers were hurt, they said. According to reports, over 150 Palestinians are reported to have been injured.
Tensions have risen after a series of attacks by Palestinians that killed 14 people in Israel. Israeli troops have carried out a wave of arrests and military operations across the occupied West Bank, prompting clashes with Palestinians. At least 25 Palestinians have been killed, the Associated Press has reported.