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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, calling for increased access for Jewish worshippers. This visit has provoked angry reactions from Jordan, highlighting escalating tensions in the region.
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir visited the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem, declaring his sense of ownership of the site. His visit provoked strong reactions from the Jordanian Foreign Ministry, which deemed it a violation of existing agreements.
The Al-Aqsa Mosque has reopened to worshippers after being closed for 40 days by Israeli authorities, sparking widespread reactions among Palestinians and Arabs. This decision comes at a sensitive time marked by increasing tensions in the region.
The Latin Church in Jerusalem announced that Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa and Custodian Francisco Yilbo were detained and prevented from reaching the Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday Mass, sparking international outrage.
The closure of the <strong>Al-Aqsa Mosque</strong> has entered its 34th day, with Israeli authorities justifying the measure on security grounds. This comes as the holy city experiences heightened military actions.
Israeli Prime Minister <strong>Benjamin Netanyahu</strong> announced that the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, <strong>Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa</strong>, will receive "full and immediate access" to the Holy Sepulchre after being barred by police from celebrating Palm Sunday. This decision follows widespread criticism from Western nations.