Saudi Kingdom condemns the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli settlers

On Mar 29, 2023

Israeli security forces escort a group of Jewish settlers visiting the al-Aqsa Mosque compound, revered as the site of two ancient Jewish temples, and home to al-Aqsa Mosque, Islam's third holiest site, in the Old City of Jerusalem on June 2, 2019, as Israelis mark Jerusalem Day. (Photo by Ahmad GHARABLI / AFP)

According to a source in the Saudi Foreign Ministry, the Kingdom has denounced the intrusion of Israeli settlers into Al-Aqsa Mosque while being guarded by occupation forces. The Ministry asserted that such actions are detrimental to peace initiatives and disregard international regulations regarding the respect for religious sites. Furthermore, the Ministry reiterated the Kingdom’s dedication to supporting endeavors that aim to end the occupation and accomplish a fair and inclusive resolution that allows Palestinians to create their own independent nation on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem serving as its capital.

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