The clashes took place hours before the onset of the Jewish New Year in Jerusalem. Israeli police said the protesters threw rocks and firecrackers at police as they barricaded themselves inside the mosque. There were no reports of arrests or injuries. The hilltop compound is revered by both Jews and Muslims and is a frequent flashpoint of violence.
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