Jordan hosts emergency meeting with Arab and Islamic nations over fears of Israeli takeover of Al-Aqsa mosque, violating a status quo treaty, potentially triggering a religious conflict.
Israeli nationalists, including politician Moshe Feiglin and Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, are openly flouting the Status Quo at Jerusalem's al-Aqsa compound, which allows non-Muslim visits but prohibits prayer. Reports suggest a new Israeli body may declare it a "multi-faith centre," raising alarms among Jordan, Gulf countries, Egypt, and the UK, with fears of renewed tensions.
US Senator Marco Rubio denied any knowledge of an alleged US-Israel plan to alter the administration of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, a plan reportedly aimed at ending Hashemite custodianship and granting Jews "equal access." Palestinian authorities warned of severe consequences if the plan proceeds.
Turkey's Foreign Ministry strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli extremist groups under Israeli security forces' protection, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability.
