In pictures: Gaza clashes

1 of 7 Israeli security forces clashed with Gaza Strip settlers protesting against the withdrawal plan.

2 of 7 The settlers have vowed to defy Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon's plan to pull out of the area in August.

3 of 7 Settler activists watched from nearby roof tops as dozens of protesters were led away.

4 of 7 Settlers who moved into an abandoned Palestinian house had to be dragged out.

5 of 7 The settlers' protest was largely non-violent, as demonstrators used passive resistance.

6 of 7 But Jewish youths attacked one Palestinian in what was described as an attempted lynching. He was save by security forces.

7 of 7 Several Jewish activists were also injuried in the fray.