Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa in latest targeting of East Jerusalem sites
Summary
Israeli settlers entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque area in East Jerusalem and performed Jewish prayers during Yom Kippur, a major Jewish holy day. Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Netanyahu, visited religious sites and tunnels beneath East Jerusalem, actions that have raised tensions with Palestinians and groups like Hamas.Key Facts
- Around 570 Israeli settlers entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyards on Yom Kippur morning.
- They performed Jewish rituals in the mosque compound, which is a sensitive site in East Jerusalem.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited tunnels under the Old City and prayed at the Western Wall.
- Netanyahu's visit occurred under heavy security protection and was shared on his official social media.
- Hamas strongly condemned these visits and incursions as provocations against Palestinians and Muslims.
- The tunnels under East Jerusalem have been excavated by Israel for years to find evidence linked to ancient Jewish history, but these claims are disputed by experts.
- The Israeli actions come ahead of national elections and during a period of heightened tensions in the area.
- East Jerusalem is a contested area claimed by both Israelis and Palestinians.
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