Israel Enforces 14th Consecutive Day Al-Aqsa Closure as Worshippers Gather at Al-Aqsa Mosque

Israeli authorities enforced the 14th consecutive day of complete closure at Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied Jerusalem.

“JERUSALEM, March 13, 2026 (WAFA) – Muslim worshippers performed the fourth and final Friday prayer of Ramadan near the Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem, as Israeli authorities continue to enforce a full closure of the holy site for the 14th consecutive day, citing the state of emergency during the ongoing war on Iran”

Palestinian News & Information Agency-WAFA

Muslim worshippers were prevented from accessing the holy site during the final Friday prayer of Ramadan 2026.

Palestinian News & Information Agency-WAFA

Hundreds of worshippers performed prayers at alternative locations including Bab Al-Sahira, Bab Al-Amud (Damascus Gate), and Mohammad Al-Fateh Mosque.

Israeli military forces maintained heavy deployment throughout the area to enforce the closure.

The closure has been justified by Israeli authorities citing a state of emergency during the ongoing war on Iran.

Metal barriers and checkpoints were erected to completely block access roads leading to Al-Aqsa Mosque.

This represents the second consecutive Friday that Muslims have been denied their right to perform Friday prayers at one of Islam's holiest sites.

The current situation marks the first time since 1967 that late-night Ramadan prayers have not been held in the courtyards of the mosque.