Muslim states warn U.S. against moving embassy to Jerusalem

An umbrella organization of Muslim countries said Monday that President Trump’s possible recognition of Jerusalem as Israel’s capital would constitute “naked aggression” against the Arab and Muslim world. The ruling Palestinian party called for protests against such a move.

The Organization for Islamic Cooperation issued a statement condemning an anticipated announcement by Trump, saying its 57 member states should sever ties with any state that transfers its embassy to Jerusalem or recognizes Israel’s annexation of east Jerusalem.