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Israel's far-right minister sparks tension with Al-Aqsa prayers

Israel's far-right minister sparks tension with Al-Aqsa prayers
world8/3/2025

Israel's far-right national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has led prayers at Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site, sparking international condemnation.

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — Israel’s far-right national security minister led prayers on Sunday at Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy site, drawing international condemnation and escalating tensions as Israel faces strong criticism over the war in Gaza. Ita... [6730 chars]