Israel Closes Ibrahimi Mosque to Muslim Worshipers in West Bank
The Israeli army has shut the Hebron holy site until Thursday evening, citing Jewish holiday celebrations, according to Anadolu Agency.
The Israeli army has closed the Ibrahimi Mosque in the West Bank city of Hebron to Muslim worshipers, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
The mosque will remain closed until Thursday evening, the report said, citing the army's statement that the closure is linked to Jewish holiday celebrations.
The Ibrahimi Mosque, also known as the Tomb of the Patriarchs, is a site considered holy by both Muslims and Jews and is located in the heart of Hebron in the occupied West Bank.
Anadolu Agency did not specify further details regarding the scope of the closure or reaction from Palestinian officials or worshipers affected by the measure.
This report is based solely on information provided by Anadolu Agency. Further details on the circumstances of the closure were not immediately available.
Sources
- Israel closes Ibrahimi Mosque to Muslim worshipers in West Bank — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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