Stone-throwing Palestinians clash with Israeli troops in Hebron after Pence protest

Palestinian protesters hurled stones at Israeli soldiers in the West Bank city of Hebron on 23 January 2018, as clashes broke out in the wake of a demonstration against the visit of US Vice President Mike Pence to Jerusalem.

The unrest followed a protest staged in response to Pence's presence in the region, reflecting the anger felt by many Palestinians over American policy. Hebron, a flashpoint city divided between Israeli and Palestinian-controlled zones, has frequently been the scene of confrontations between protesters and Israeli security forces.

The clashes underscored the heightened tensions across the West Bank during the Vice President's visit, which had already prompted widespread demonstrations among Palestinians.