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Muslims hold first Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque after reopening

Muslims hold first Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque after reopening

Summary

Thousands of Muslims attended Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem after it reopened. The mosque had been closed for 40 days by the Israeli army.

Key Facts

  • Al-Aqsa Mosque is located in East Jerusalem.
  • The mosque is the third-holiest site in Islam.
  • It was closed by the Israeli army for 40 days.
  • The closure happened after the war on Iran started.
  • The reopening allowed thousands of Muslim worshippers to attend prayers.

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