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U.S. Decision On Jerusalem Sparks Anger And Concern

Although the move has been welcomed by Israel, many key players in the Middle East have cautioned that it is likely to spark violence and derail peace efforts.

President Trump's decision to go ahead with relocating the U.S. embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem — a move that effectively acknowledges Washington's recognition of the city as Israel's capital – has prompted warnings of violence and concern that the move will scuttle any chance at advancing peace efforts.

Since 1995, when Congress

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