Thousands of Settlers Storm Al-Aqsa Mosque, Perform Provocative Rituals Ahead of ‘Flag March'
Thousands of Israeli settlers entered Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Monday under Israeli security forces' protection, performing religious rituals that Palestinians view as provocative.
Local observers documented large crowds of settlers within the compound, with one woman raising an Israeli flag during the incursion. Video footage showed thousands more gathered at the Western Wall plaza adjacent to the site.
An Israeli Jewish settler attempts to break into Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied Jerusalem, bringing in Torah-related items to perform Talmudic rituals in its courtyards.
The mosque, located in the Old City of Jerusalem, is considered the third holiest place of worship for… pic.twitter.com/cC4gi5O2qD
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) May 26, 2025
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the compound accompanied by Negev and Galilee Minister Yitzhak Wasserlauf and members of the Otzma Yehudit party, including Knesset Member Yitzhak Kroiz and Rabbi Yehuda Kroiz.
The Israeli minister of national security Itamar Ben Gavir storms Al Aqsa mosque. pic.twitter.com/W4TuR2AK1p
— Eye on Palestine (@EyeonPalestine) May 26, 2025
Meanwhile, the occupation established security barriers around Damascus Gate and throughout the Old City, restricting Palestinian residents' movement amid heightened military presence.
In a display of support for Israel, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, performs rituals at the Al-Buraq Wall, the western wall overlooking Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied Jerusalem. pic.twitter.com/yXGU9U7ZnF
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) May 26, 2025
These incidents come after increasing settler visits and confrontations with worshippers in recent days, with settler groups encouraging larger turnouts for Monday's activities.
The annual 'Flag March,' set to proceed from Al-Buraq Square through Damascus Gate and the Al-Wad neighborhood—areas with significant Palestinian populations—marks what Israelis call 'Jerusalem Unification Day.'
The Flag March, also known as the 'Flag Dance,' is one of the most prominent manifestations of the Judaization policies of Jerusalem. It is an annual event attended by tens of thousands of settlers and right-wing Israelis.
A group of Israeli Jewish settlers under police cover break into the courtyards of Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem, in violation of the sanctity of the holy site.
The mosque is the third holiest place of worship for millions of Muslims worldwide after Mecca and Medina. pic.twitter.com/tcgE4RQ35D
— Quds News Network (@QudsNen) May 26, 2025
It takes place on the 28th of the eighth month according to the Hebrew calendar, which falls on Monday. This day is known in the Zionist entity as 'Jerusalem Unification Day,' which commemorates Israel's control of Jerusalem and its occupation of its eastern part during the June 1967 war, known in the Arab world as the 'Naksa.'
Dances, songs, and prayers of the settlers whilst breaking into Al Aqsa mosque. pic.twitter.com/cEvGsJ8Izb
— Eye on Palestine (@EyeonPalestine) May 26, 2025
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Nahar Net
32 minutes ago
- Nahar Net
Israeli army says three soldiers killed in northern Gaza
by Naharnet Newsdesk 03 June 2025, 11:18 The Israeli army said on Tuesday that three of its soldiers were killed in northern Gaza. The latest deaths bring to 424 the number of Israeli troops killed in the Palestinian territory since the start of the conflict.
Al Manar
2 hours ago
- Al Manar
Araqchi at Beirut Airport: We Affirm our Support for Lebanon's Unity, Sovereignty in the face of occupation
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi landed in Beirut Tuesday morning as part of a broader regional diplomatic tour, offering strong statements of solidarity with Lebanon against what he described as external interference and occupation. Upon arrival at Rafik Hariri International Airport, where he was greeted by the Iranian ambassador and members of the Loyalty to the Resistance bloc, Araqchi immediately emphasized Tehran's commitment to Lebanon's sovereignty. 'No party has the right to interfere in Lebanon's internal affairs,' Araqchi declared during a brief press conference, while reaffirming Iran's backing for Beirut in its stance against Israeli occupation. He extended congratulations to the Lebanese people for the upcoming Resistance and Liberation Day on May 25 and offered Eid al-Adha greetings. The visit, which follows a stop in Cairo, includes planned meetings with Lebanon's President, Parliament Speaker, Prime Minister, and Foreign Minister. Araqchi highlighted that Iran's foreign policy prioritizes relationships with neighboring countries and regional allies. 'Relations between Iran and Lebanon are historic, deeply rooted, and based on mutual respect,' he stated, emphasizing Tehran's determination to strengthen bilateral ties. 'Lebanon's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity are fundamental to Iran and the entire West Asian region.' The Iranian diplomat stressed that Tehran's support for Lebanon 'does not in any way imply interference' but rather demonstrates solidarity with 'oppressed peoples.' He condemned ongoing Israeli occupation of Lebanese territories, calling it a violation of Lebanon's sovereignty. Araqchi expressed hope for 'a new chapter in bilateral relations' founded on mutual respect and shared interests. Hamid: Iran Has Stood by Lebanon in The Most Difficult Circumstances For his part, MP Ayoub Hamid, a member of the Development and Liberation bloc, welcomed the Iranian minister at the airport. He emphasized that 'the Iranian people have always stood by the Lebanese people in the darkest of circumstances.' He welcomed Araqchi on behalf of Speaker Nabih Berri, the leaders of the Amal Movement, Hezbollah, the Palestinian factions, and all national and Islamic forces. 'The relationship between the Iranian and Lebanese peoples is solid, marked by a spirit of brotherhood,' Hamid noted, adding that the substantial turnout welcoming Araqchi 'reflects the depth of this relationship.'
Al Manar
17 hours ago
- Al Manar
Palestinian Resistance Kills or Injures Several Israeli Soldiers in Gaza
The Israeli media reported late Monday a serious security incident in Gaza, clarifying later that an attack on a military vehicle in Jabalia, northern Gaza, left three soldiers dead and injured two others. The Zionist media indicated that shells were fired at the soldiers, adding that a helicopter arrived to evacuate the casualties. Al-Quds Brigades had announced that its fighters confirmed the detonation of a powerful explosive device targeting a Zionist 'Hummer' jeep at a newly established enemy site east of Gaza City at dawn last Thursday. 'We shelled a gathering of enemy soldiers and vehicles with mortar rounds as they were advancing around the Customs Police area southeast of Khan Younis city,' Al-Quds Brigades said. Moreover, Al-Qassam Brigades targeted a D9 military bulldozer with a 'Yassin 105' shell yesterday, Sunday, in the Qizan An-Najjar area, south of Khan Younis in the southern Gaza Strip. On the other hand, the Zionist enemy continued targeting the civilians' houses in Gaza, targeting the aid distribution positions and committing more crimes against the Gazans. The death toll reached at least 4,201 with 12,652 others wounded, according to medical sources. In the last 24 hours, the bodies of 52 slain Palestinians, including a body retrieved from the rubble, and 503 casualties were admitted to Gaza hospitals, noting that these numbers exclude hospitals in the northern Strip. The aggression was resumed amidst concerns over the deterioration of the humanitarian situation in the Strip given the ongoing siege and ban on the entry of medical and humanitarian aid. 'Israel' has waged a genocidal war on the Strip since October 2023, killing 54,470 Palestinians, mostly women and children, and injuring 124,693 others.
