US Jerusalem move sparks protests

JERUSALEM - Palestinian protesters in the West Bank clashed with Israeli soldiers on Friday, after US President Donald Trump announced his country now recognizes Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

Clashes erupted after Palestinians poured out of mosques after midday prayers, the highlight of the Muslim religious week.

In several cities and town, angry protesters hurled stones at Israeli troops who responded with tear gas and rubber bullets. Smoke rose over Bethlehem.