News Alert: U.S. Embassy officially opens in Jerusalem, handing Israel a long-sought win but setting off clashes from outraged Palestinians

As violence raged in Gaza, with at least 37 people reported dead, President Trump was expected to address his supporters in Israel and those who arrived from the United States in a ceremony to inaugurate the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. About 800 guests were at the event, which included an address from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman. Trump's daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner also attended.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert May 14, 9:17 AM     U.S. Embassy officially opens in Jerusalem, handing Israel a long-sought win but setting off clashes from outraged Palestinians As violence raged in Gaza, with at least 37 people reported dead, President Trump was expected to address his supporters in Israel and those who arrived from the United States in a ceremony to inaugurate the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. About 800 guests were at the event, which included an address from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman. Trump's daughter Ivanka and son-in-law Jared Kushner also attended. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2018 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071