Dozens of Israelis, who usurped Palestinian lands, raided the Masjid al-Aqsa
Jerusalem Governorship announced that dozens of fanatic Israelis raided the Masjid al-Aqsa courtyard from the Megaribe Gate.
Quick Look
The Jerusalem Governorship reported that fanatic Israelis raided the courtyard of the Masjid al-Aqsa from the Megaribe Gate and performed religious rituals.
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Why It Matters
Masjid al-Aqsa is under the auspices of the Jordanian Foundations Administration, according to the 1994 agreement. Since 2003, fanatics entering under police escort have been violating the status quo.
In the statement made by the Jerusalem Governorship affiliated with the Palestinian administration, it was stated that dozens of fanatic Israelis raided the Masjid al-Aqsa courtyard from the Megaribe Gate.
In the statement, it was emphasized that the raids in question targeted Al-Aqsa's Islamic identity and aimed to change the current status quo.
In the video posted on social media, a group of fanatic Israelis wearing prayer shawls called "Talit" on their heads were seen performing provocative acts and performing religious rituals in the courtyard of the Masjid al-Aqsa.
Violations against Al-Aqsa Mosque increased
While Israel's attacks in Gaza continue, fanatic Jews' raids on the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem have increased recently.
Far-right ministers, who were appointed to critical positions in the coalition led by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, openly state that "Jews should worship in the Masjid al-Aqsa and a Jewish temple should be built in its place."
Jews' raids on Al-Aqsa Mosque are against the status quo
According to the peace agreement signed between Israel and Jordan on October 26, 1994, Al-Aqsa Mosque is under the auspices of the Jerusalem Islamic Foundations Administration, which is affiliated with the Jordanian Ministry of Foundations, Islamic Affairs and Sacred Affairs.
Since 2003, Jews have been entering the holy temple accompanied by police, without the permission of the Administration, upon Israel's unilateral decision. Describing these entries as "raid", the Jerusalem Islamic Foundations Administration emphasizes that the sovereignty of Muslims has been violated.
Israelis are carrying out excavations under the Masjid al-Aqsa Complex, which includes the Qibla Mosque and the Dome of the Rock, as well as a museum, madrassas and a large courtyard, with the claim that "remains of the Temple of Solomon have been found."
The Israeli administration argues that the historical status quo, which states that "only Muslims can worship in Al-Aqsa Mosque and members of other religions can only visit" has been preserved.
However, fanatic Jews praying and performing religious rituals during raids on Al-Aqsa under the protection of Israeli police are frequently caught on camera.
The majority of Ultra-Orthodox Jewish clerics in Israel emphasize that it is religiously forbidden for Jews to enter the Masjid al-Aqsa.
Open Questions
- Will Israeli authorities take official action against these violations?
