Israeli minister sparks anger by praying at sensitive Jerusalem holy site
Summary
Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited and prayed at the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, breaking a long-standing arrangement that allows only Muslim worship at the site. This action has caused significant anger from various groups, including the Jordanian government and Palestinian authorities.Key Facts
- Itamar Ben-Gvir is Israel's National Security Minister.
- He visited the al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem and led Jewish prayers there.
- The compound, known to Jews as the Temple Mount, is a sensitive site with a decades-old arrangement allowing only Muslim worship.
- The Israeli prime minister's office stated there is no change in policy regarding this arrangement.
- Jordan, the custodian of the site, called Ben-Gvir's visit "an unacceptable provocation."
- Palestinian groups have reacted strongly, calling the visit a "deepening of aggressions."
- The site is the holiest for Jews and the third holiest for Muslims.
- Under the status quo, Israel controls access and security, while Jordan maintains custodianship.
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