Sheikh Jarrah Aug. 29, 2009

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Photos:Rachel Avnery 1-10, 12, 14-16.Adam Keller 11, 13.
The father of the family under the awning on the sidewalk with the mattresses on which the families sleeps at night.
The house in Othman Ibn Afan street from which the family was evicted.
An armed guard looking on from behind the bars of the gate.
The settlers put chains on the gate of the house
A member of the family recounts to Uri Avnery how the policemen broke down the doors with explosives.
“53 people homeless on the street – Israel’s way to make peace”.
A group of singers sings Arab songs about Jerusalem
Organizer Rabbi Arik Asherman in consultation with Gush spokesman Adam Keller
Demonstrators lighting protest candles
The youngsters dance
…amidst clapping
The street full of protesters