The Arab League strongly condemned Isr@el on Sunday for its decision to close Al-Aqsa Mosque to worshippers, highlighting the timing as particularly troubling given that it coincides with the holy month of Ramadan. The regional bloc emphasized that Isr@el has no legitimate authority to prevent Muslims from accessing one of Islam’s most sacred sites, describing the closure as a direct affront to religious freedom.
In an official statement, the Arab League described the move as a blatant violation of international law, warning that such actions could escalate tensions and pose a serious threat to both regional stability and global peace. The statement urged the international community to exert pressure on Isr@el to halt what it termed illegal measures at Jerusa_lem’s revered holy sites, and to uphold the principle of freedom of worship for all faiths in the city.
The condemnation comes amid ongoing restrictions imposed by Isr@el in the context of the conflict involving the United States, Isr@el, and Ir@n, which began on February 28. Since the outbreak of hostilities, Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jer_usalem has remained closed to the majority of worshippers. At the same time, Isr@el has allowed only a limited number of around 50 worshippers to access the Ibrahimi Mosque in the occupied West Bank, underscoring the severe limitations on religious practice amid rising tensions.
The Arab League’s statement reflects deep regional concern over Isr@el’s policies and signals an urgent call for international intervention to protect religious rights and prevent further escalation in one of the world’s most sensitive and historically contested areas.
