VOICED : Israel condena a religioso islamista por incitar al odio

Raed Salah, leader of the Islamic Movement's northern branch, was sentenced to 11 months in prison by Israeli authorities for inciting hatred in a 2007 speech. He urged support for Palestinians and called for an intifada to defend Jerusalem and the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Previously, in 2014, he received an eight-month sentence for similar charges. The struggle over the Explanada de las Mezquitas is a key factor in the ongoing violence affecting Jerusalem, Palestinian territories, and Israel. Recent protests have resulted in over 50 Palestinian and seven Israeli deaths.

Who is Raed Salah?

• A journalist reporting on Middle Eastern affairs

• A member of the Israeli government

• A leader of the northern branch of the Islamic movement

• A Palestinian protester

What was Raed Salah accused of in 2007?

• Leading a political party

• Writing a controversial book

• Organizing a peace rally

• Inciting hatred at the mosque compound

In what year was Raed Salah previously sentenced for similar charges?

• 2016

• 2010

• 2014

• 2018

What is the catalyst for the wave of violence mentioned in the transcript?

• A new political leader

• A natural disaster

• Economic sanctions

• Control over the mosque compound

How many Palestinians and Israelis have died in the recent violence?

• 60 Palestinians and 15 Israelis

• 30 Palestinians and 10 Israelis

• More than 50 Palestinians and 7 Israelis

• Over 100 Palestinians and 20 Israelis