Eight Muslim-Christian Nations Condemn Israel's 30-Day Closure of Al-Aqsa
Key Takeaways
- Al-Aqsa remains closed for 30 days, canceling Friday prayers.
- Eight Arab and Islamic states and the EU condemned restrictions on worship.
- Condemnations frame closures as violations of religious freedom in Jerusalem.
Joint Condemnation
Eight Muslim-Christian nations issued a joint statement condemning Israel's 30-day closure of holy sites.
They described the measures as a flagrant violation of international law.
They emphasized that Israel holds no sovereignty over occupied Jerusalem.
Religious Freedom
The ministers condemned illegal and restrictive measures preventing Christians from accessing the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
They reiterated that the entire Al-Aqsa compound is exclusively for Muslim worship.
Jordan's Ministry of Awqaf holds exclusive jurisdiction.
Jordanian Condemnation
Jordan condemned Israel's closure as a crime against religious freedom.
Al-Momani warned the measures could push the region toward further escalation.
He emphasized Israel has no legal sovereignty over Jerusalem.
EU Engagement
Safadi discussed regional escalation with Spain and the EU.
He reiterated Jordan's condemnation of Israel's prevention of Muslims from performing rituals at Al-Aqsa.
He warned that continued restrictions undermine the two-state solution.
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