AFP – 20 February 2015 – Snow blanketed much of Jordan and Lebanon early on Friday, with many residents urged to stay in their homes because of blocked or icy roads.
People in Jerusalem woke up to around 25 centimeters of snow after the second major blizzard of winter swept across the hilltop Holy City.
In January, 10-15 centimeters fell, media reported.
Schools closed for the day on Friday and urban bus services were limited.
The landmark Dome of the Rock in the Al-Aqsa mosque compound was frosted with snow and Palestinian children threw snowballs in its forecourt.
Snow also covered much of the occupied West Bank, and Palestinian authorities issued warnings advising people not to drive or even venture outside unless absolutely necessary, suggesting that people stay at home.

In neighboring Jordan, many roads were blocked, including in the capital Amman.
Authorities broadcast warnings to people not to leave their homes.
Lebanon also saw heavy snowfall, with schools closed across the country and some mountain roads blocked.