Protests erupt in Gaza ahead of Nakba and US embassy opening - in pictures

Clashes took place on Gaza Strip's border with Israel on Monday between Palestinians and Israeli forces ahead of the controversial inauguration of the embassy in Jerusalem

• Follow our live updates on the embassy opening and mass protests here

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