Ben-Gvir, over 1,200 Israeli occupiers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque as Palestinian shops forced to close for ‘Jewish prayers’

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Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben‑Gvir led more than 1,200 Israeli settlers in a forceful entry into the Al‑Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem, backed by police, sparking widespread condemnation.

Published
28 Sep 2026 · 12:00 UTC
Severity
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Source: middleeastmonitor.com

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