The United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process, Tor Wennesland, said that the United Nations is working with all parties concerned to defuse the situation in Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip perimeters. Wennesland expressed his concern regarding the escalation in Jerusalem and the Gaza Strip over the past 48 hours. He said: “Such provocations must cease throughout Jerusalem,” and called on all parties to exercise utmost restraint and avoid further escalation of the situation, particularly during this time of the holy month of Ramadan. For further details, click here