Israel, PT: Heightened security likely in East Jerusalem's At-Tur neighborhood following clashes, Jan. 25

Event

Heightened security is likely in East Jerusalem's At-Tur neighborhood, following reports of clashes between Israeli security personnel and Palestinian protesters Jan. 25. The clashes appear to have been caused by the demolition of Palestinian homes in the neighborhood. Security personnel have deployed crowd control measures, including firing rubber bullets at protesters.

Increased security is likely in the surrounding area through the evening of Jan. 25. Additional security checkpoints and localized traffic disruptions are likely in the neighborhood's vicinity.

Advice

Avoid all protests and concentrations of security force personnel. Exercise caution and allow extra time for travel if operating near At-Tur neighborhood. Ensure all travel and vehicle documents are in order. Heed the advice of authorities, including officers at security checkpoints.