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Record 6,300 Jewish Worshippers at Al-Aqsa Sparks Tensions

4/17/2025

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Ben Gvir's Al-Aqsa Surge

A historic wave of over 6,300 Jewish worshippers has flooded Al-Aqsa Mosque since Passover, breaking previous attendance records. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's backing of this surge raises alarms about rising tensions and the risk of division at this deeply sacred site for both Jews and Muslims.

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Sukkot's Temple Mount Return

Israeli Knesset member Zvi Sukkot made a controversial return to the Temple Mount after 14 years, praying despite a ban on Jewish worship. He celebrated Passover victories, drawing praise from National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir. However, this visit stirs fears of escalating tensions at a site revered by both Jews and Muslims.

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Ben Gvir's Al-Aqsa Surge

A historic wave of over 6,300 Jewish worshippers has flooded Al-Aqsa Mosque since Passover, breaking previous attendance records. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir's backing of this surge raises alarms about rising tensions and the risk of division at this deeply sacred site for both Jews and Muslims.

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