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No, Israel has not closed al‑Aqsā
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Israeli authorities have closed the historic al-Aqsah mosque and its surrounding compound during Friday prayers to mark Eid ul-Fitr (Ramadan), a move that marks the first closure of this sacred site since Israel's occupation began in June 1967. This unprecedented restriction has been widely condemned as deeply tragic for Jerusalem's Muslim community, with local officials describing it as an act intended specifically on Muslims rather than Palestinians generally during their most significant religious celebration.
Key Points
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1Israel has closed the Al-Aqsa Mosque on Eid al-Fitr, marking a first-time closure since its capture in 1967.
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2The decision to close Jerusalem's most sacred Islamic site during this major Muslim holiday is causing significant tension and concern among Muslims worldwide.
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3Multiple international news outlets from different regions have reported the event simultaneously as it unfolded on March 20th.
Developments
[Mar 21, 02:28]
(Tribunnews) Reports Israeli closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque during Eid al-Fitr as tragic for Jerusalem's Muslims
[Mar 20, 13:05]
(Mediaindonesia) Confirms Israel closed Masjid Al-Aqsa on Idulfitri; first time since 1967.
Israeli Closure of al-Aqsah Mosque on Eid ul-Fitr Tragic for Jerusalem's Muslimstranslated
Tribunnews
6h ago