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According to Al Jazeera, Benny Gantz, a far-right minister in Israel, invaded the Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem with the protection of the Israeli occupation forces, amidst the presence of settlers.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, such an event is part of the ongoing tension between Israel and Palestinians regarding control over the Al-Aqsa Mosque. The Al-Aqsa Mosque, one of the holiest sites for Muslims, has been under Israeli effective control since 1967, although Palestinians view it as part of their historic land. In a broader context, such invasions are seen as increasing political and religious tensions in the region.
