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Approximately <strong>140,000 worshippers</strong> gathered at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem for the Eid al-Adha prayer, amidst heavy Israeli military presence. This event highlights the mosque's significance as a sacred site for Muslims and the ongoing security challenges in the region.
A cultural event took place at the ANTARA Heritage Center in Jakarta, featuring an exhibition of the book and photos titled 'Ursyalim' by journalist Muhammad Adimaja. The exhibition highlights the spiritual and human meanings of Jerusalem, aiming to raise awareness of the Palestinian reality within Indonesian society.
Israeli occupation forces arrested two Palestinian journalists during Eid al-Adha prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque and issued expulsion orders against them. This action reflects the ongoing crackdown on press freedom in the region.
The Palestinian Governorate of Jerusalem has warned against any violation of Jordanian custodianship over Al-Aqsa Mosque, emphasizing its rejection of alternative arrangements. This warning comes amid rising tensions surrounding Islamic holy sites.
Six settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque in a serious incident since the occupation of Jerusalem in 1967, following an assault on two of its guards. This event raises growing concerns about the security situation in the area.
On Friday, six Israeli settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque following an assault on two of its guards, according to the Jerusalem Governorate. This incident is described as the first of its kind since the occupation of Jerusalem in 1967.
On Thursday, the streets of the Old City in Jerusalem witnessed massive protests organized by Israeli nationalists, who chanted threatening slogans such as 'Death to Arabs' and 'Burn your villages.' Many Palestinians remained trapped inside their homes, reflecting the escalating tensions in the region.
Since 1967, Israel has sought to erase the divide between the two sides of Jerusalem following the occupation of the western part during the Nakba. These policies aim to eliminate the effects of the Green Line and alter the city's demographic composition.
Today, Jerusalem witnessed a series of violent settler attacks, prompting Christian institutions to close their doors amid rising tensions. Under Israeli police protection, settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque and assaulted Palestinians.
A Palestinian rights organization announced that it has secured a decision from the Israeli Supreme Court to freeze the demolition of 50 Palestinian structures in the Al-Eizariya area east of Jerusalem. This ruling follows intensive legal efforts by the 'Saint Yves' organization.
The Israeli Ministry of Justice announced that an extremist settler will be tried for assaulting a French Catholic nun in Jerusalem. This incident comes amid rising religious tensions in the holy city.
Israeli authorities have charged a Jewish man with assaulting a Christian nun in Jerusalem earlier this week. The incident has sparked widespread reactions within the local community.
A Palestinian was injured by Israeli occupation forces, while another was arrested during clashes that erupted north of occupied Jerusalem. These incidents occur amid rising tensions in the region.
The Jerusalem Governorate has issued a warning regarding an impending Israeli government approval for a project aimed at transforming the reception building of the abandoned Jerusalem International Airport into a settlement heritage center. This initiative is led by Israeli Heritage Minister Amihai Eliyahu.
Israeli authorities have charged a man with assaulting a French nun in Jerusalem, classifying the incident as a religious hate crime. This event occurs amid rising tensions in the holy city.
The Israeli Ministry of Justice announced the trial of an extremist settler accused of assaulting a French Catholic nun in occupied Jerusalem. The incident, which involved pushing the nun to the ground, raises concerns about rising violence against foreigners in the city.
On Thursday, dozens of Israeli settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque under heavy police protection, coinciding with a graduation ceremony for 100 Israeli soldiers at the nearby Buraq Square. These events have heightened tensions in Jerusalem.
Israeli police have banned Sheikh Raed Salah and Kamal Khatib from entering Al-Aqsa Mosque for six months, citing 'security considerations'. This decision comes amid rising tensions surrounding the mosque.
This morning, settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque, performing Talmudic rituals, which has raised concerns among Palestinians. These events come at a sensitive time marked by increasing tensions in the region.
In a controversial move, 13 Israeli officials, including 3 ministers, have called for a raid on Al-Aqsa Mosque on the anniversary of the occupation of East Jerusalem, set for May 15, 2026. This coincides with Israel's celebrations of what it terms 'Jerusalem Day.'
Israeli occupation forces compelled 17 Palestinian families in Jerusalem to demolish their homes last month, reflecting a new escalation in violations against Palestinians. This action comes amid increasing pressures on residents in the city.
The Jerusalem Governorate has warned of escalatory steps that could alter the status of Al-Aqsa Mosque, raising concerns among Palestinians and the international community. These warnings come at a sensitive time of rising tensions in the region.
The Palestinian Governorate of Jerusalem has warned of a potential 'blatant aggression' targeting Al-Aqsa Mosque on May 15. This warning coincides with calls from extremist groups to gather a large number of settlers to storm the mosque.
In September, the Al-Aqsa Mosque experienced incursions by Israeli forces on <strong>30 occasions</strong>, raising concerns about the security situation in the holy city. These incursions coincide with rising tensions in the region, prompting Palestinian outrage over repeated violations.
This morning, settlers stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque through the Hatta Gate, escalating tensions in the area. This incident occurs at a sensitive time as security concerns are on the rise.
The village of Beit Iksa, located north of Jerusalem, is under an existential threat due to Israeli settlement expansion. Farmer Maher Zayed and his son Kamal insist on holding onto their land despite ongoing assaults.
The Israeli occupation army stormed the Qalandia refugee camp north of Jerusalem, seizing several homes after evacuating their residents. This incursion comes amid rising tensions in the region.
A Palestinian was injured on Sunday evening by Israeli occupation forces near the separation wall north of Jerusalem. The incident highlights the escalating tensions in the region.
Foreign ministers from eight Arab and Islamic countries have strongly condemned the ongoing violations of the historical and legal status of Islamic and Christian holy sites in Jerusalem. This condemnation comes amid escalating incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Saudi Arabia and several Islamic countries have condemned Israel's repeated violations in Jerusalem, emphasizing the need to respect the historical and legal status of the holy city. This condemnation comes at a sensitive time marked by escalating tensions in the region.