Israel Reopens Al-Aqsa Mosque Amid Extended Settler Raids
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- •The Al-Aqsa Mosque compound was closed by Israeli authorities for several weeks before April 10, 2026.
- •On April 9, 2026, nearly 450 Israeli settlers entered the Al-Aqsa compound during extended access hours.
- •Over 100,000 Muslim worshippers performed Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque on April 10, 2026.
- •The reopening followed a period of heightened tensions and clashes around the site.
- •Israeli authorities approved new settlement activities in the area around the same time.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If Israeli authorities continue to extend settler access hours at Al-Aqsa Mosque Palestinian worshippers may increase protests and clashes could intensify, destabilizing the region further.
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MEAl Jazeera - AllMuslims hold first Friday prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque after reopeningMEAsharq Al-Awsat (EN)Over 100,000 Worshippers Perform Friday Prayers at Al-AqsaMEAl-MonitorOver 100,000 worshippers perform Friday prayers at Al-AqsaMETRT WorldAl-Aqsa Mosque welcomes worshippers for first Friday prayers after weeks-long Israeli closure