In pictures: Rallies held as Palestinians push for statehood
epa02927721 Palestinian youths throw stones towards Israeli soldiers (not pictured) during a protest in the West Bank city of Hebron 21 September 2011, as Palestinian president Mahmud Abbas prepares to submit a formal request for Palestine to become the 194th member of the United Nations despite US and Israeli opposition. EPA/ABED AL HASHLAMOUN *** Local Caption *** 02927721.jpg