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Large numbers of Israeli police kept guard around Al-Aqsa, a perennial flashpoint and often the scene of clashes, as Palestinians gathered for Friday prayers, Reuters journalists said.

Rescue efforts in the area, populated with businesses rather than homes, were sparse, while security forces kept guard against looters at every corner.

The family tried for two days to retrieve Min Aung's body but it was impossible because soldiers kept guard over the area.

Taiwanese forces have closely monitored China's moves, scrambling fighter jets and deploying warships to keep guard against the Chinese navy.

The train attendant sleeps in the wagon next door to the refrigerated car, keeping guard over the corpses.