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Access to Hebron's Ibrahimi Mosque Restricted Amid Settlement Expansion

4/5/2026

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Access to the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron has become restricted as settlement expansion continues, raising concerns about broader annexation.
Aref Jaber, a local resident, notes access has been difficult since 1994, worsened after October 2023 Gaza conflict.
Israeli authorities enforce security measures, including searches and detentions, while settlers move freely.
Moataz Abu Sneineh, the mosque director, says the actions aim to make the site Jewish.

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Access to the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron has become restricted as settlement expansion continues, raising concerns about broader annexation.
Aref Jaber, a local resident, notes access has been difficult since 1994, worsened after October 2023 Gaza conflict.
Israeli authorities enforce security measures, including searches and detentions, while settlers move freely.
Moataz Abu Sneineh, the mosque director, says the actions aim to make the site Jewish.