Scuffles and riots break out near Damascus Gate, Qalandiya checkpoint as Gaza rocket fire renewed; at least 6 reported hurt in confrontations

Fatah's Al-Aqsa Martyrs' Brigade, PFLP's Abu Ali Mustapha Brigades take responsibility for attacks; UN envoy: Rocket fire violates int'l law, we're acting to stop escalation

Rocket salvos continue throughout night and into morning after Hamas calls for attacks on Israel over Jerusalem unrest; in response, Israel targets terror group's infrastructure

Beit Shemesh resident Yahya Jardi was badly beaten by multiple attackers; in 2nd incident, security guard at Justice Ministry compound fired in the air to drive off rioters

No injuries or damage reported; earlier Hamas held protests in Strip calling for armed uprising against Israel, after fierce clashes in Jerusalem

Violent confrontations near Old City, Rachel's Tomb, Qalandiya checkpoint, a day after rioting by Arabs and Jews; US Embassy issues security alert for personnel

Hamas stages rallies across Gaza in support of Palestinians taking part in overnight clashes, calls for armed uprising; security forces on high alert amid running ethnic tensions

Far-right Israeli MK accuses 'weak Jewish government' of allowing Palestinian lawlessness, compares situation to deadly 1936 Arab revolt; More than 100 injured in Old City clashes

Official says group does not seek to lead next Palestinian government, but rather participate in a unity administration with Mahmoud Abbas's Fatah

If the scheduled vote is delayed, the PA might face rising popular anger. If it goes forward, Hamas could surge to victory. Is a distracted Israel ready for any of this?