Trump's announcement led to Palestinian protests and heightened political tensions. Arab leaders warned that the decision could disrupt the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. The subsequent violence in response to the embassy move did not escalate to the level of previous intifadas but highlighted the ongoing volatility surrounding issues of sovereignty and religion in Jerusalem​

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Trump's announcement led to Palestinian protests and heightened political tensions. Arab leaders warned that the decision could disrupt the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. The subsequent violence in response to the embassy move did not escalate to the level of previous intifadas but highlighted the ongoing volatility surrounding issues of sovereignty and religion in Jerusalem​

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The U.S embassy move to Jerusalem exacerbated tensions between Israelis and Palestinians, leading to protests and violence in Palestinian territories. It was seen as a major setback to the peace process, with Palestinians viewing it as a significant bias towards Israel.

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The U.S embassy move to Jerusalem exacerbated tensions between Israelis and Palestinians, leading to protests and violence in Palestinian territories. It was seen as a major setback to the peace process, with Palestinians viewing it as a significant bias towards Israel.

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