Egypt has categorically denounced violence acts that took place in East Jerusalem, claiming the lives of seven people and wounding others.

The Foreign Ministry said in a statement on Saturday 28/01/2023 that Egypt rejects all forms of violence targeting civilians.

Cairo sent its sincere condolences to the families of victims, wishing the wounded a speedy recovery, it said.

Egypt warned against ongoing escalation between the Palestinians and Israelis and urged to maintain self-restraint and stop such attacks and provocative acts to avoid escalation in the occupied territories, added the statement.

MENA