Arab League slams Israel's closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan

The Arab League also called on the international community to pressure Israel to halt illegal actions at Jerusalem's holy sites. (Photo/Reuters)

The Arab League has issued a formal condemnation regarding the ongoing closure of the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem. By restricting access to Muslim worshippers during the month of Ramadan, Israel is accused of violating international law and disregarding fundamental rights to freedom of worship. The regional bloc warns that these restrictive measures, which have been in place since February 28 following the escalation of the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, could destabilize regional security. The League has urgently appealed to the international community to intervene and exert pressure on Israel to facilitate open access to sacred sites.

The Arab League formally denounces the closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan.
The organization labels the restrictions a blatant violation of international law.
Access to the Ibrahimi Mosque in the West Bank is currently limited to 50 worshippers.
Diplomatic efforts are underway to urge the international community to demand an end to site restrictions.
The closures are framed as a potential catalyst for wider regional and international security instability.

The Arab League has condemned Israel's closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque to worshippers, notably during the month of Ramadan, saying it has no right to take any measures preventing Muslims from worshipping there.

In a statement on Sunday, the regional bloc said the move constitutes a blatant violation of international law and could lead to serious repercussions for regional and international peace and security.

It also called on the international community to pressure Israel to halt illegal actions at Jerusalem's holy sites and respect freedom of worship.

The statement came as Israel has kept Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem closed since the start of the US-Israeli war on Iran on February 28, while allowing only about 50 worshippers to pray at the Ibrahimi Mosque in the occupied West Bank.

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Source: TRT