Egypt condemns call by extremist Israeli group to bomb Aqsa mosque
CAIRO – 21 April 2025: Egypt denounced on Monday calls by Israeli settlement organizations calling for the bombing of Al Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of Rock in Al Quds (East Jerusalem).
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigration said such a call provokes the feelings of Muslims around the world, stressing the importance of halting dangerous violations inside the Holy place.
The statement called on the international community to intervene immediately to put an end to Israeli provocations, which run counter to the international law, to prevent the deterioration of security and stability in the Middle East.
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