Tensions in Jerusalem and the rest of the Occupied Territories hardly need escalating. Yet, for months, observers have feared the impending conjunction of Ramadan, Easter and Passover that starts this week. These are occasions for spiritual reflection for millions, but all too sadly also an occasion for some for more intense oppression, conquest and domination. Key players met
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For months, even passing observers of the Israel-Palestine conflict have been able to predict the next escalation. The conjunction of Ramadan and Passover, the anniversary of last year’s conflagration in East Jerusalem and then Gaza and the heightened tensions of the past few months made this a racing certainty. Clashes at Al-Aqsa, therefore, were neither unpredicted nor