Israel Allows Gazans to Pray at Al-Aqsa
185 Palestinian Arabs from Gaza allowed by Israeli authorities to travel to Jerusalem for Friday prayers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
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Islamic Bloc Leader to Visit Temple Mount
OIC secretary general set to visit Abbas then Jerusalem next Monday; PA and Hamas divided over if such a move hurts or helps 'occupation.'
Turkish PM Slams Israel Over Jerusalem
Ahmet Davutoglu says he backs Palestinian Arabs in their efforts to oppose Israeli attempts to "reduce the Islamic character" of Jerusalem.
Glick Files Complaint Against Al-Aqsa Hate Sheikh
Temple Mount activist and survivor demands police investigate Sheikh who called to 'slaughter Jews' on Temple Mount.
Palestinian Arabs Support Recent Terror Wave
An overwhelming majority of Palestinian Arabs support the recent spate of terrorist attacks against Israelis, new poll finds.
PA Minister of Religion Incites with Temple Libel
After PA sharia judge says Abbas is inciting religious war, PA minister accuses Israel of 'destroying Al-Aqsa' in blatant incitement.
Preacher in Al Aqsa: We Will Slaughter You Jews
Blatant incitement against Jews on Temple Mount sees preacher claim Jews are 'abominable,' with growing audience.
Unrestricted Access to Temple Mount to Continue
Israeli police indicate they do not plan to bar young Muslim worshippers from Friday prayers at Jerusalem's Al-Aqsa mosque.
'Muslims Don't Understand We Don't Want Al-Aqsa'
Ramat Gan Chief Rabbi explains Al-Aqsa Mosque is outside the Temple boundaries, but Islam's focus on force prevents coexistence.
Abbas Blames Israel for Tensions in Jerusalem
Speaking with Germany's Foreign Minister, PA Chairman blames the "escalation triggered by the Israeli government."
Jordan's PM Rules Out Cancellation of Peace Treaty
Jordan’s Prime Minister, Abdullah Nsur, says the possibility of cancelling treaty with Israel is not under discussion at the moment.
Erdogan Slams Israel Over Temple Mount
Turkish President condemns Israel for responding to Arab riots on Temple Mount, threatens Security Council action.
Police to Restrict Muslim Entry to Temple Mount
Acting on intelligence information indicating planned riots, police will not allow Arab men below age 35 to enter Temple Mount.
PA Asks UN to Condemn Israel's 'Provocation'
The Palestinian Authority blames Israel for unrest in Jerusalem, accuses it of "provocation and incitement".
Jordan: Israel 'Crossed a Line' on Temple Mount
Jordan’s Foreign Minister: Ambassador withdrawn from Israel because the goings on at the Al-Aqsa Mosque were “beyond the limits”.
Police Fold to Pressure, Open Temple Mount
Limited Temple Mount access for Muslims, none for Jews on Friday as top Sunni group denounces 'barbaric' closure to stop terrorism.
Police Storm Temple Mount, Lock Rioters in Mosque
Large police force surprises Muslim rioters who tried unsuccessfully to prevent them from locking them in Al Aqsa.
Hamas Vows Violence on Temple Mount Tomorrow
Despite Israel's 'gesture' letting 500 Gazans pray on holy site - where Jews forbidden to pray - Hamas calls for Muslim violence.
Israel Agreed to Let Gazans Pray on Temple Mount
PA unity government says Israel made concessions on travel, says it backs Abbas's charges of 'genocide.'
Arab MKs Declare 'Temple Mount for Muslims Only'
Raam-Taal party defends MK's justification of abduction, attacks IDF 'crimes against humanity,' praises terrorist release.
Muslim Rioters Stone Police on Temple Mount
Twenty rioters lob stones at police following Muslim prayers, retreat to Al-Aqsa Mosque.
PA: Israel Planning to Blow Up Al-Aqsa
Former PA minister says "Jewish extremists" are planning to fly a drone packed with explosives into the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Jordan Condemns Israel Over Temple Mount
Jordan condemns Israel's deployment of troops and police at the Temple Mount, claims Israel violated international law.
Islamists: Liberate Jerusalem from 'Jews Filth'
The Islamist Hizb ut-Tahrir calls upon the army of Pakistan and the Islamic nation to liberate Jerusalem from “Jewish filth”.
Pope Toured Temple Mount, Prayed at Western Wall
Muslim websites denounce visit of pope to Temple Mount to 'provoke Islam,' but visit proceeded smoothly.
Hamas Tells Muslims Not to Visit Jerusalem
Hamas rejects religious edict made in Jordan allowing Muslims outside of Arab lands to visit 'occupation,' slams prospect of normalization.
Imam: Arab Legions Should Attack Jaffa and Haifa
During a conference in Milan, Italy, an imam from the Al-Aqsa Mosque called on Arab armies to invade Israel.
Islamic Scholars End Ban on Visit Temple Mount
As part of escalating struggle over Judaism's holiest site, Muslim leaders lift ban against visiting to bolster Muslim presence.
Israel 'Destroying' Al-Aqsa for 'Alleged' Temple
PA officials, TV, and highest religious authority spread libel that Israel dividing Temple Mount to build 'alleged' Temple.
Cleric: Israel Occupied Territory Since 1948
Kamal Al-Khatib, deputy head of the radical Islamic Movement in Israel, claims that Israel is gradually "Judaizing" Jerusalem.
PA Complains to UN Over Temple Mount
PA’s observer in the UN calls on the UN Security Council to prevent Israel’s “illegal activities” at the Temple Mount.
Kotel Rabbi: Temple Mount Violence is a Disgrace
Muslim riots on the Temple Mount are proof that they are using the compound for a political struggle, says Rabbi Shmuel Rabinovitch.
Police to Limit Muslim Access to Temple Mount
Israeli police will limit access for Muslim men to Al-Aqsa mosque compound during Friday prayers to prevent possible clashes.
Arab League May Turn to UN Over Al-Aqsa
Arab League discusseds the possibility of filing a complaint to the Security Council over alleged “Israeli attacks on the Al-Aqsa compound."
Arab League to Discuss Al-Aqsa
PA requests an emergency session of the Arab League to discuss “recent Israeli attacks on the Al-Aqsa Mosque.”
Egypt’s FM Concerned About Debate on Temple Mount
Egypt’s Foreign Minister calls on Israel not to allow “extremists” to lead the political scene.
Al-Aqsa is a 'Red Line', Warns Sheikh
“We will not give up even one grain of Al-Aqsa, since the Jews have no connection to it,” declares head of the Supreme Muslim Council.
Jordanian Anger over Temple Mount Security
Jordan outraged at installation of security cameras following attacks, accuses Israel of violating Muslim religious freedom.
Hamas: Israeli Earthquake Attack on Al-Aqsa
Hamas Min. of Religious Affairs warns Israel is trying to collapse Al-Aqsa Mosque with 'artificial earthquake' to build 3rd Temple.
PA Sheikh: Only Solution for Jews is the Sword
Al-Aqsa sheikh blasts the Palestinian Authority for being “too soft” towards Israel, says it gave up parts of "Palestine".
