Israeli occupiers storm Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem as Palestinian shops forced to close for ‘Jewish prayers’
Middle East2 sources2 countries🔦 Under-reported28m ago
On Monday, September 28, 2026, Israeli authorities ordered the closure of over 50 Palestinian-owned shops in the Old City of Jerusalem to facilitate Jewish prayers during the Sukkot holiday. Concurrently, reports indicate that groups of Israelis entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound while police restricted Palestinian movement in the surrounding areas.
The actions took place within the context of the Sukkot holiday, a period often marked by increased tensions in the Old City. The closure of businesses and the restriction of movement were implemented by Israeli police to manage access to the site during the religious observance.
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Middle East Eye (GB)Focuses on administrative closures and restrictions on Palestinian movement
Express Tribune (Karachi, Pakistan) (PK)Emphasizes the entry of Israelis as a forceful storming
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