Israel revokes permits for dozens of Al-Aqsa Mosque staff

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Israeli authorities have revoked entry permits for approximately 30 senior staff of the Islamic Endowment (Waqf) at Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem, effective June 1, 2026. Palestinians and mosque officials state this action is part of escalating Israeli measures to consolidate control over the site and diminish the Palestinian presence.

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Submitted by Lubna Masarwa on Thu, 05/21/2026 - 13:04 Sources tell MEE the decision affects 30 senior Islamic Waqf employees from the occupied West Bank, in a move seen as further limiting Palestinian access to the site Muslims arrive at Al-Aqsa Mosque before Friday noon prayers in Jerusalem's Old City on 10 April 2026 (Ahmad Gharabli/AFP) Off Israeli authorities have revoked entry permits for Al-Aqsa Mosque staff from the occupied West Bank, Middle East Eye understands. The decision is expected

Israel revokes permits for dozens of Al-Aqsa Mosque staff

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