Israel announces various restrictions on Palestinians during the holy month of Ramadan including access to Al Aqsa Mosque
A"security approval" is also required for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank to visit their relatives in the 48 territories, or for foreigners to visit their relatives.Israel has announced various restrictions on Palestinians during the holy month of Ramadan with regard to entering Al Aqsa Mosque.
“Women of all ages, male children up to 12 years old, and men over 55 years old will be allowed to enter the Al Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan without a permit,” the coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories, Major General Ghassan Alyan, said in a statement on Monday.He stressed that "working hours will be increased at the various occupied West Bank crossings during the month of Ramadan.
Palestinians clean up and decorate al-Aqsa and its courtyards to welcome the holy month of Ramadan. 🕌 🌙
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