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Sheikh Jarrah Mass Rally

Palestine Monitor
10 March 2010
Thousands of Israeli and Palestinian activists joined the rally last Saturday in Est Jerusalem to protest the eviction of Arab families from Sheikh Jarrah, where Jewish settlers continue to occupy Palestinian homes. The photos were taken by Brady Ng, FLV, Julian.
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View from the stage
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Part of the 5000-strong crowd
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Nasser al-Ghawi: his family was evicted from their home in August 2009
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Israeli border police in riot gear posted outside the event
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Jewish orthodox settlers showed up during the rally
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During the demonstration, protesters carrying Israeli flags with the word "peace" on them were critised.

Despite the huge presence of Israeli border police in riot gear, the rally remained peaceful.