Israeli settlers storm Al-Aqsa in latest targeting of East Jerusalem sites
Israeli police escorted approximately 1,500 Jewish settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyard on the second day of the Feast of Tabernacles. National Security Minister Ben-Gvir participated in the incursion, stating, "we are the owners of the place in Al-Aqsa." The Jerusalem Governorate reports that settlers entered via the Mughrabi Gate in waves to perform Talmudic rituals and prayers, specifically near the Cotton Merchants' Gate. Israeli forces restricted Palestinian access to the site and the surrounding Old City of Jerusalem during the event.
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- ✓ Israeli police escorted approximately 1,500 Jewish settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyard.
- ✓ National Security Minister Ben-Gvir joined the incursion and declared that Israelis are the owners of the place in Al-Aqsa.
- ✓ Settlers entered the compound through the Mughrabi Gate on the second day of the Feast of Tabernacles.
- ✓ Israeli forces restricted Palestinian access to the mosque and the Old City of Jerusalem during the incursions.
What changed
Israeli settlers and police entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound during the Feast of Tabernacles.
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Israeli Settlers and Police Enter Al-Aqsa Mosque Compound
Israeli police escorted approximately 1,500 Jewish settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyard on the second day of the Feast of Tabernacles. National Security Minister Ben-Gvir participated in the incursion, stating, "we are the owners of the place in Al-Aqsa." The Jerusalem Governorate reports that settlers entered via the Mughrabi Gate in waves to perform Talmudic rituals and prayers, specifically near the Cotton Merchants' Gate. Israeli forces restricted Palestinian access to the site and the surrounding Old City of Jerusalem during the event.
Why it matters
The Al-Aqsa Mosque is a central holy site in East Jerusalem. These incursions often intensify during Jewish holiday seasons and contribute to heightened tensions between Israeli authorities and Palestinian administrators.
What is confirmed
- Israeli police escorted approximately 1,500 Jewish settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque courtyard.
- National Security Minister Ben-Gvir joined the incursion and declared that Israelis are the owners of the place in Al-Aqsa.
- Settlers entered the compound through the Mughrabi Gate on the second day of the Feast of Tabernacles.
- Israeli forces restricted Palestinian access to the mosque and the Old City of Jerusalem during the incursions.
Still unconfirmed
- Roughly 700 Israeli settlers stormed Al-Aqsa Mosque on Monday morning according to the Islamic Waqf.
- Israeli authorities forced Palestinian businesses in the Old City to close for Jewish prayers.
What to watch next
- Reports on further incursions during the remainder of the Jewish holiday season
- Diplomatic responses from the Palestinian administration or international bodies regarding the Al-Aqsa incursions
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Macklemore launches Free Palestine tour following Ed Sheeran tour exit
Rapper Macklemore, born Benjamin Haggerty, announced a "Free Palestine" concert tour starting October 26 in Dublin, with subsequent dates in Paris on October 29 and London on October 30. The rapper stated that proceeds from these shows will go to organizations supporting the Palestinian population. This announcement follows his exclusion from Ed Sheeran's tour after Macklemore made on-stage statements supporting the Palestinian cause. Haggerty cited a growing mobilization for Palestinian liberation and the importance of artistic freedom in his decision to launch the independent project.
Why it matters
The tour coincides with ongoing tensions in East Jerusalem where Israeli settlers and officials have entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound. These incursions have drawn condemnation from Hamas and various Arab states.
What is confirmed
- Macklemore will perform in Dublin on October 26, Paris on October 29, and London on October 30.
- Benjamin Haggerty, known as Macklemore, will donate tour proceeds to organizations supporting the Palestinian population.
- Macklemore was excluded from Ed Sheeran's tour after making on-stage statements in support of the Palestinian cause.
What to watch next
- Announcement of United States tour dates for the Free Palestine project
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Israeli Officials and Settlers Enter Al-Aqsa Mosque Compound
Israeli settlers and government officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, have entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem. Netanyahu toured tunnels beneath the site while Ben-Gvir conducted a raid. Arab states and Hamas have condemned these actions as provocative incursions. Simultaneously, thousands of Israelis accessed the Western Wall plaza under heavy security. Ekrima Sabri stated these activities during Jewish holidays are intended to assert Israeli sovereignty over the holy site.
Why it matters
The Al-Aqsa Mosque is one of the holiest sites in Islam and a frequent flashpoint for conflict in Jerusalem. Tensions often rise during Jewish holidays when access to the Temple Mount area is contested. Control over East Jerusalem remains a central dispute in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
What is confirmed
- Arab nations condemned Itamar Ben-Gvir's entry into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound.
- Benjamin Netanyahu and Itamar Ben-Gvir entered the Al-Aqsa holy site.
- Thousands of Israelis entered the Western Wall plaza under tight security.
Still unconfirmed
- Benjamin Netanyahu toured tunnels beneath Al-Aqsa.
- Israeli settlers stormed Al-Aqsa as part of a pattern of targeting East Jerusalem sites.
- Israeli activities during Jewish holidays aim to assert sovereignty over Al-Aqsa.
What to watch next
- Official responses from the Jordanian custodianship of the site
- Reports of security clashes or protests in East Jerusalem
- Further diplomatic statements from the Arab League
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- hurriyetdailynews.com — Thousands of Israelis enter Western Wall plaza amid tight security
- Middle East Monitor — Ekrima Sabri says Israeli activities during Jewish holidays aim to assert Sovereignty over Al-Aqsa
- Middle East Eye — Netanyahu tours tunnels beneath Al-Aqsa as Ben Gvir raids Jerusalem holy site
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