Palestinians fear Israeli restrictions on Al Aqsa mosque ahead of Ramadan

By Fatma Tanis

Published March 9, 2024 at 6:12 PM EST

As Ramadan approaches, all eyes are on the Al Aqsa compound. Palestinians worry Israel will restrict access to the mosque. Israel has said entry will be permitted for the first week of Ramadan.

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