The Islamic Waqf body restricted attendance at the Al-Aqsa mosque to only staff and guards for Friday prayers, prohibiting public gatherings. The site, sacred to both Muslims and Jews, highlights ongoing tensions as Jewish prayers were also shifted indoors. Meanwhile, Israel heightened security measures after intercepting over 100 drones allegedly launched from Iran, indicating escalating regional tensions and underscoring the delicate situation surrounding religious sites in the area.
Only staff and guards were allowed to attend Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa, reflecting ongoing tensions and security measures while public gatherings were banned.
The Al-Aqsa site, significant to both Muslims and Jews, saw its usual prayers curtailed, with nearby sites reflecting similar restrictions amid heightened security.
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