The Palestinian Authority is furtively strengthening its presence in eastern Jerusalem, according to an Israeli ministerial committee report. Palestinian officials are allegedly keeping a low profile — particularly in efforts to gain additional influence over Islamic holy sites in Jerusalem — to avoid Israeli objections.
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