Palestinian government denounces settler threat to Al-Aqsa Mosque

Summary

The Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem, a symbol of Palestinian and Jewish identity, is under threat from Israeli settlers who are inciting attacks through social media to demolish it and build a temple. The Palestinian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning over these actions, which they describe as systematic incitement targeting holy sites. Regular visits by right-wing politicians and settlers have long targeted the mosque, with former Prime Minister Ben-Gvir visiting under criticism for his support of building a Jewish synagogue there.

Additional Summaries

The Palestinian government has condemned threats from Israeli settler organizations to destroy the Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem, warning of systematic incitement by spreading false narratives on social media. The holy site is a major place of worship for Muslims and Jews, with rights groups targeting it as a symbol of ongoing conflict. Earlier this week, an Arabic video suggested its destruction and construction of a "Third Temple," sparking international concern. The Palestinian Ministry calls on the international community to take serious action against such threats, while acknowledging the area's regular targets by right-wing politicians and settlers.