Al-aqsa

Hamas plans to run in upcoming Palestinian elections, to prioritize status quo at al-Aqsa Mosque

Elections for the Palestinian Legislative Council are set to go ahead on November 28, the first in 20 years after Hamas won in January 2006. Hamas won 74 of the seats, with Fatah following behind.

|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD
Hamas militants stand guard near a stage before releasing Israeli hostage Agam Berger to a Red Cross team in Jabalia on January 30, 2025, as part of their third hostage-prisoner exchange; illustrative
People walk in the Old City of Jerusalem on March 8, 2026.

Government exploring plans to seize Arab homes, public buildings in Jerusalem's Old City - report

The government's investigation will focus on Chain Gate Street, a major commercial and tourist center on the border between the Jewish and Muslim quarters, and is very close to the Temple Mount.

|ByMAYA ZANGER-SHAMIR
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Israeli 'violations' of Temple Mount spark backlash from Muslim, Arab states

In a joint statement, eight Arab countries condemned Israel's actions at Jerusalem's holy sites, calling them "provocations" and violations of international law.

|ByJAMES GENN
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount, says he feels like the ‘owner’ of holy site, Jordan condemns trip

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir says he feels like the “owner” of the Temple Mount and vows expanded Jewish access, as Jordan condemns the visit.

|ByKESHET NEEV, REUTERS

Nasrallah: Normalization with Israel is an assault on al-Aqsa

The leader of Hezbollah warned against al-Aqsa becoming "a Jewish synagogue."

OCTOBER 3, 2023ByTZVI JOFFRE
Lebanon's Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah addresses his supporters via a screen during a rally marking Prophet Mohammed's birthday, in Beirut suburbs, Lebanon. October 2, 2023.

Saudi Arabia condemns Israel after Jews 'storm' Temple Mount

Jews made the pilgrimage to the Temple Mount as part of Rosh Hashanah celebrations on Sunday evening accompanied by heavy security detail. 

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli security forces guard while Jews and tourist visit the Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, August 28, 2023

Don't let Saudis have any role on the Temple Mount, put Israel in charge - opinion

The introduction of Saudi Arabia to the Temple Mount will only strengthen the feeling of Muslims that Jews have no connection to Jerusalem and the whole country.

AUGUST 30, 2023ByMORDECHAI KEDAR
JEWS VISIT the Temple Mount, earlier this year.

Jerusalem resident dies due to wounds sustained in Temple Mount clashes - report

The Jerusalem resident was injured in clashes that erupted amid the tensions leading up to Operation Guardian of the Walls.

AUGUST 18, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israeli riot police clash with Palestinian worshippers at the Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem Old City on May 7, 2021.

The Dead Sea, Jerusalem make it on top 10 list of Middle East sites

The Dead Sea and Jerusalem are on The Travel's list of the top 10 best places to visit in the Middle East.

AUGUST 3, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
The Dead Sea

Nasrallah: Iran-backed militias will 'prevent attacks' on al-Aqsa

Tensions around the Temple Mount have rose after National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the site.

AUGUST 1, 2023ByTZVI JOFFRE
Supporters of Lebanon's Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah listen to him as he addresses them through a screen during a rally marking Muharram, a period of mourning for Shi'ite Muslims around the world, in Nabatiyeh, southern Lebanon August 1, 2023.

Likud MK invites secular Jews to 'learn from Temple Mount'

MK Amit Halevi explained that Jews believe that the Ten Commandments would sit inside the inner sanctuary of the Tabernacle and signify that morality is at the center of Jewish society.

JULY 27, 2023ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
People read Koran by the Dome of the Rock on the compound known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as the Temple Mount, as Palestinians attend the first Friday of the holy month of Ramadan, in Jerusalem's Old City March 24, 2023.

Video of Jews performing Priestly Blessing on Temple Mount sparks Palestinian outrage

While Jewish prayer has been conducted quietly on the Temple Mount since 2019, the video showed relatively public prayer.

JULY 18, 2023ByTZVI JOFFRE
Jewish worshipers are seen at the Temple Mount on April 9, 2023

Israel's Jenin operation aggravates Fatah-Hamas tensions 

The expulsion of two senior Fatah officials sparked angry reactions from several Fatah representatives, including the faction’s armed wing, Aqsa Martyrs Brigades. 

JULY 8, 2023ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH
Hamas and Islamic Jihad supporters protest in solidarity with Al-Aqsa Mosque, in Radah, in the southern Gaza Strip, on January 6, 2023.

Eid al-Adha: 15 arrested for raising Hamas flags at Temple Mount

The police seized flags and banners of terrorist organizations and a single bullet from the arrested suspects.

JUNE 28, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Palestinians demonstrate at Al-Aqsa Mosque as Palestinian Muslims attend Friday prayers of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, on the compound known to Muslims as the Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as the Temple Mount, in Jerusalem's Old City, April 7, 2023.