News for Al-Aqsa Mosque Jordan summons Israeli representatives over Jerusalem riotsJordan summons Israeli charge d'affaires at Israeli embassy in Amman to protest "ongoing Israeli violations" in Jerusalem. 25,000 worshipers gather at Al-Aqsa MosqueDespite COVID-19 and the increase in cases in eastern Jerusalem, tens of thousands attended Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque. PA cleric claims: Israel 'Judaizes' Al-AqsaHead of Supreme Muslim Council says 2020 was the worst year for "Islamic Jerusalem" since 1967. Hamas MP: Jewish visits to Temple Mount are 'terrorism'PA lawmaker on behalf of Hamas says Jewish visits to the Temple Mount are a "dangerous Zionist aggression and escalation". Sheikh who praised beheading of French teacher banned from Temple MountSheikh Issam Amira banned from Temple Mount after calling beheading of French teacher a 'great honor' in sermon at Al-Aqsa Mosque.Arabs rally in Jerusalem against MacronThousands of Palestinian Arabs rally in Old City against French President's defense of the right to publish Mohammed cartoons. PA Mufti prohibits visits to Al-AqsaMufti of Palestinian Authority forbids Muslims from visiting Al-Aqsa Mosque if they rely on agreement between Israel and the UAE. Radical cleric: Al-Aqsa will return to MuslimsSheikh Raed Salah says that the renewal of prayer in Turkey's Hagia Sophia is a sign that Al-Aqsa will return to the Muslims. Islamic presence on the Temple Mount on Tisha B'AvSenior PA official calls for increased Muslim presence in the Al-Aqsa Mosque to prevent Jews from entering the Temple Mount on Tisha B'Av. Al-Aqsa director: The site will remain IslamicDirector of Al-Aqsa Mosque says that the Muslim residents of Jerusalem will fight to maintain the city's integrity. 'Al-Aqsa is not subject to Israeli law'Senior Waqf official: We're responsible for the Al-Aqsa Mosque and are subordinate to the Jordanian Ministry of Endowments. Al Aqsa Mosque on the Temple Mount to reopenTemple Mount mosque to reopen, after being closed for the first time in over 50 years, as a result of coronavirus pandemic. Jordan urges pressure on Israel over Al-AqsaJordan’s Foreign Minister meets EU ambassadors, calls on international community to pressure Israel to stop “violations” against Al-Aqsa.Jordan: Israel violating 'sanctity of Al-Aqsa'Jordanian Foreign Minister condemns Israel following violent clashes on Temple Mount. PA: Israel to blame for violence on Temple MountAbbas' spokesman accuses Israel of "a major provocation" following clashes between Muslims and police on Temple Mount. Incitement to violence against Jews on Temple MountArab public in Jerusalem called to prevent Jews from entering the Temple Mount.PA: Israel trying to build the TemplePA official claims that Israeli activity around the Al-Aqsa Mosque is part of a plan to "rebuild the Temple." PLO: Israel's policy in Jerusalem will lead to 'explosion'PLO official accuses Israel of desecrating holy places and implementing a policy meant to "Judaize" eastern Jerusalem.PA: Pilgrims' Road is oursPA's "religious endowments ministry" claims Israeli officials desecrated holy sites of Islam in 90 incidents this past month. Jordanian lawmakers: Expel the Israeli ambassadorJordanian parliamentarians call to expel Israeli ambassador following Israeli court ruling on Temple Mount. PA Mufti: Al-Aqsa belongs only to MuslimsGrand Mufti of Al-Quds and "Palestine" denies right of Jews to worship on Temple Mount, claims it is an Islamic religious site. 'Break into the Golden Gate and remove the Arabs'Archaeologist Tzachi Dvira urges government not to surrender to rioting Arabs on the Temple Mount. Jordan backs Waqf activities on Temple MountJordanian embassy argues that Golden Gate is an inseparable part of the Al-Aqsa Mosque and not subject to rulings by Israeli courts. Watch: Arabs force their way through Golden GateHundreds of Arabs force their way through gate closed for 16 years. Arabs gather outside closed Temple Mount gateJerusalem Arabs pray near Gate of Mercy to protest its continued closure by Israeli authorities.Fatah: Israel 'playing with fire' on Temple MountFatah threatens violence if Israel does not open a gate leading to Al-Aqsa Mosque.PA accuses Israel of establishing facts in JerusalemIslamic organizations in Jerusalem demand that Israel remove the support it placed in the wall adjacent to the Temple Mount. PA urges ICC to investigate IsraelPA foreign affairs bureau calls on International Criminal Court to investigate "settler crimes". 'Jews have no right to pray on Temple Mount'PA organizations denounce U.S. decision to stop financial assistance, call it "insolent extortion." Hamas: The goal is to 'liberate' JerusalemHamas terror group says main goal of conflict with Israel is to 'liberate Palestine ' - Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque first and foremost.Jordan angry after Israel police respond to Al-Aqsa riotsJordan blasts Israeli "provocations" after police close gates to Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa Mosque compound when worshipers clash with officers. PA: Western Wall is part of Al-AqsaPA religious leaders deny the Jewish connection to the Western Wall and claim that it is an Islamic site.PA Mufti warns of religious war over JerusalemGrand Mufti of "Palestine" claims "settlers" are breaking into the Al-Aqsa Mosque. PA Mufti: Visit Al-AqsaHead of Supreme Muslim Council accuses Israel of trying to remove the Arab presence from Jerusalem. Abbas adviser: Israel's methods like those of the NazisPA chairman's adviser Mahmoud Al-Habbash says Israel's restrictions on entry to Al-Aqsa Mosque are "Israeli Zionist Inquisition". Oman's foreign minister visits Al-AqsaYusuf bin Alawi, Omani minister in charge of foreign affairs, makes rare visit by an Arab official to the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. Sheikh on Temple Mount: Arab countries should fund UNRWAMuslim preacher says that, according to Islamic law, the 'Palestinian right of return' passes from one generation to the next. Are Negev Bedouin radicalizing?Bedouin citizens in Israel's south are placing stone plaques with image of Al-Aqsa mosque on the sides of their homes. PA outraged over lamp in the Cave of the PatriarchsPA claims that Israel acted against Islam in Jerusalem and Hevron. Mufti of Egypt: Defend JerusalemEgypt's Grand Mufti claims Jerusalem is at the center of the Qur'an and is considered a heritage that must be protected.PA opposes Jews' visits to Temple MountPA news site publishes data on "break-ins" by Jews to Temple Mount compound, which PA says is a Muslim site only.Al-Aqsa imam outraged over security camerasImam of the Al-Aqsa Mosque: All the "occupation's" measures have no merit, because the site belongs only to Muslims. 'Israelis are waging a war on Al-Aqsa'Al-Aqsa imam accuses Jewish "extremists" of trying to achieve Israeli sovereignty over the mosque. Jordan: Jews on Temple Mount are a 'provocation' to MuslimsJordanian minister claims Jews visiting Temple Mount 'harm' Al-Aqsa mosque, 'provoke' Muslims around the world. 'We will redeem Jerusalem, Rome, and India'Al-Aqsa preacher promises to take revenge on 'heretics,' crush all those who oppose Islam. Jordan blasts MKs for visiting Temple MountJordanian government accuses MKs of "breaking into" Temple Mount when they visited the compound as part of a police pilot program.'We will not give up one grain of Al-Aqsa'Supreme Islamic Council in Jerusalem denies any Jewish connection to the Temple Mount. Al-Aqsa preacher: Muslims have 'exclusive right' to JerusalemAl-Aqsa preacher says Jerusalem will remain the key to peace and war. Abbas welcomes youth role in fight for Al-AqsaPA chairman vows to continue struggle until the young generation can raise the flag of the State of Palestine on the walls of Al-Quds.PA fears Israel will build 'imaginary Temple'Senior Abbas aide warns against Israeli plans to Judaize Al-Aqsa in order to replace it with a Temple. Iran's Zarif to attend conference on JerusalemIran’s Foreign Minister set to attend conference in Istanbul dealing with Israel’s actions in Jerusalem. 'Removal of metal detectors could hurt us down the road'Deputy Defense Minister says Israel is perceived as weak for caving on Temple Mount security. 'Al-Aqsa agreement betrays Allah'Radical Sheikh Raed Salah rules out any agreement with Israel which recognizes its presence at the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Nasrallah welcomes Al-Aqsa 'victory'Hezbollah leader praises Arabs for defending Al-Aqsa Mosque and causing Israel to remove the security measures. UN chief urges Israel to show 'restraint'UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expresses concern over tensions in Jerusalem. Jordanian King, Abbas discuss Al-AqsaJordan's King Abdullah II speaks with PA chairman, stresses the importance of calming tensions. Israel removes security installations at Temple MountIn accordance with Waqf demands, Israel removes railings and scaffolding from entrance to Temple Mount. |
