Trump calls for calm regarding Jerusalem declaration
The White House is urging all parties to "act in a matter conducive to peace" amid violent protests over President Donald Trump's decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.
White House spokesman Raj Shah tells reporters aboard Air Force Once that "the president has called for calm and moderation." And he says they hope "the voices of tolerance" will prevail over "purveyors of hate."
Large crowds of worshippers across the Muslim world staged anti-US marches Friday in the largest outpouring of anger yet at Trump's recognition of bitterly contested Jerusalem as Israel's capital.
Shah says the president was briefed and "fully aware" of the potential ramifications of his actions.
But Shah says the White House maintains it was the right thing to do and that Trump is still committed to a Middle East peace deal.
