Far-Right Israeli Minister Ben-Gvir Storms Al-Aqsa Mosque, Sparking Regional Outrage

Ben-Gvir stormed the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque under heavy guard.

This marked his 14th incursion since taking office.

Al-Jazeera Net

Al-Aqsa Mosque has been closed for 38 consecutive days under a state of emergency.

Jordan condemned the raid as an unacceptable provocation and violation of sanctity.

Arab countries responded with unified condemnation.

Qatar called it a flagrant violation of international humanitarian law.

Al-Najah Al-Ikhbari

Palestine's Ministry described the incident as a blatant assault.

Hamas said it reflected Israel's determination to impose Judaization.

The compound covers 144 dunams and is administered by Jordan's Islamic Waqf.

The Jordanian Foreign Minister emphasized Israel has no sovereignty over occupied Jerusalem.

Settlers have entered the site at a nearly daily pace since 2003.

The Israeli heritage ministry plans to finance settler visits for the first time.

Ben-Gvir told Army Radio his policy was to allow Jews to pray on the Temple Mount.

He declared he would build a synagogue on the site, the first time an Israeli minister spoke openly about this.

Anadolu Ajansı

The closure of Al-Aqsa and Holy Sepulchre has lasted more than five weeks.