Summary
The Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem reopened to Palestinian worshippers after a 40-day closure by Israel. About 3,000 people prayed there following the reopening, which came after security restrictions linked to regional conflicts. Meanwhile, Israeli forces continued military operations in the occupied West Bank.
Key Facts
- Al-Aqsa Mosque reopened to worshippers after being closed for 40 days.
- Around 3,000 Palestinians attended morning prayers at the mosque.
- The closure was related to the regional war involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
- Israeli authorities enforced strict security in Jerusalem during the closure.
- The reopening coincided with updates from the Israeli Home Front Command.
- Israeli forces conducted raids and made arrests in the occupied West Bank.
- The UN reported over 1,100 Palestinian deaths since 2023 due to conflicts.
