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Israeli 'violations' of Temple Mount spark backlash from Muslim, Arab states

In a joint statement, eight Arab countries condemned Israel's actions at Jerusalem's holy sites, calling them "provocations" and violations of international law.

|ByJAMES GENN
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount, says he feels like the ‘owner’ of holy site, Jordan condemns trip

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says he feels like the “owner” of the Temple Mount and vows expanded Jewish access, as Jordan condemns the visit.

|ByKESHET NEEV, REUTERS
Police removes missile and interceptor fragments fell in and around the Old City, including near the Temple Mount, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Jewish Quarter, and the Western Wall. March 16, 2026.

Western Wall Rabbi denounces missile fire near holy Jerusalem sites, prays for safety

The incident raised concern because the area contains some of the holiest sites in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, making any strike nearby especially sensitive for an international audience.

|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Political commentator Tucker Carlson speaks during a memorial service for slain conservative commentator Charlie Kirk at State Farm Stadium, in Glendale, Arizona, U.S., September 21, 2025

Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens turn controversy into media attention - opinion

As anti-Israel conspiracies spread, Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens are gaining attention at the cost of their reputations.

|ByCOOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN

Hamas's failure to exploit Ramadan for terror is a win for Israel, worshippers - editorial

The peaceful Ramadan Fridays show the Palestinians of the West Bank and east Jerusalem and the Israeli-Arab population are largely law-abiding and not seeking altercations with Israeli authorities.

APRIL 9, 2024ByJPOST EDITORIAL
Worshipers hold Friday prayer in Al-Aqsa compound, also known to Jews as the Temple Mount in Jerusalem's Old City November 3, 2023

Police arrest eight for chants supporting Hamas on Temple Mount

About 3,600 police officers were deployed across Jerusalem on Friday in order to keep the peace and secure worshippers.

APRIL 5, 2024ByTZVI JOFFRE
A drone view shows the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount, at sunrise on the last Friday of Ramadan, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, in Jerusalem's Old City April 5, 2024.

Israel will pay a 'heavy price' for strikes, Iranian president says

Iranian President speaks to Iraq about escalation in the region and bilateral ties

APRIL 4, 2024BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Supporters of Iraqi Shi'ite armed groups watch a televised speech by Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, ahead of Al-Quds (Jerusalem) Day, in Baghdad, Iraq, April 3, 2024.

Ramadan powder keg: The Temple Mount in the eye of the storm - opinion

Prof. Yitzhak Reiter explains the government's irresponsible policy, Ben-Gvir's provocations to aid Hamas, the need to represent all Israelis, and demand caution from police in Temple Mount matters.

MARCH 26, 2024ByPROF. YITZHAK REITER
Recruiting for the Palestinian struggle: "The Jews want to take over Al-Aqsa."

Netanyahu rejecting Ben-Gvir's Ramadan demand signals a return to sanity - opinion

Netanyahu’s wise choice to allow Israeli Arabs entry to Temple Mount during Ramadan, rejecting Ben-Gvir’s stance, signals a return to much-needed sanity amid volatile times.

MARCH 12, 2024By EHUD YATOM
Benjamin Netanyahu, Itamar Ben Gabir in the Knesset

First night of Ramadan marred by crowding, scuffle in Jerusalem

Police and the Shin Bet uncovered a Hamas-linked terrorist group in Sakhnin, issuing charges against 13 suspects.

MARCH 10, 2024ByTZVI JOFFRE
Muslim worshippers take part in the evening 'Tarawih' prayers during of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, in front of the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem’s Old City March 10, 2024.

Is the media about to ignite World War III? - opinion

When false accusations are inevitably made against Israel during Ramadan this year, how will the international media handle it?

MARCH 2, 2024ByGIL HOFFMAN
TENS OF thousands of Muslim worshipers pray at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound during Ramadan, in Jerusalem’s Old City, April 2023.

Why Ramadan at al-Aqsa is an annual flashpoint of violence - explainer

Tensions rise in Jerusalem ahead of Ramadan over Al-Aqsa Mosque access limits advised by Ben Gvir, sparking fears of unrest.

MARCH 1, 2024BySIMCHA PASKO/THE MEDIA LINE
Palestinians demonstrate at Al-Aqsa Mosque as Palestinian Muslims attend Friday prayers of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, on the compound known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as the Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, April 7, 2023.

Netanyahu, police wait until last minute for Ramadan Temple Mount decision

Two weeks before Ramadan, and the concern over fermenting unrest due to intentions to limit the ascent of Israeli Arabs to the Temple Mount is preoccupying security authorities.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024BySHLOMI HELLER
The Temple Mount, and al-Aqsa Mosque, seen behind a fence of barbed wire, Jerusalem, February 2024

US presses Israel on Temple Mount worship, Hamas calls for Al-Aqsa march

Concern is high about the potential for increased violence due to the religious sensitivities of the Ramadan holiday.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024ByTOVAH LAZAROFF
Israeli police officers during clashes outside the Al Aqsa Mosque, in Jerusalem's Old City on April 17, 2022.