Germany, France warn citizens in Jerusalem amid planned US recognition

It advised its travellers in Jerusalem to closely monitor the situation via local media and avoid the affected areas.

By: Reuters | Berlin | Published: December 6, 2017 2:51 pm

Senior US officials said on Tuesday that Donald Trump will recognise Jerusalem as Israel’s capital on Wednesday and set in motion the relocation of the US Embassy to the city. (File)

Germany is concerned that violent clashes could erupt in the Middle East following reports that US President Donald Trump would recognise Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, its Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday. France’s Foreign Ministry also warned on its website that demonstrations were expected and that its nationals should avoid them and any large crowds in East Jerusalem, the West Bank and Gaza.