Israeli Authorities Close Ibrahimi Mosque

The Israeli occupation forces closed the Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron to worshippers, expelled its staff and guardians affiliated with the Ministry of Awqaf, after an armed attack that injured Israeli soldiers and resulted in the death of the attackers. This led to a blockade and widespread military operations in the city. The Palestinian Ministry of Awqaf considered this action a violation of the sanctity of Islamic holy sites and an assault on religious rights. They emphasized that the mosque is solely an Islamic holy site and that current policies will not alter its religious and historical identity. The ministry called on the international community and human rights organizations to intervene to halt these violations and protect the holy sites.