West Bank & Jerusalem
Scholar warns occupation seeks to alter Al-Aqsa's character
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Dr. Abdullah Maroof, a researcher specializing in Jerusalem and Al-Aqsa Mosque, warned of dangerous developments in the holy city, Shehab Wire reported. He said Israeli authorities are implementing unprecedented steps in what he characterized as an effort to change the nature of the mosque.
Maroof did not elaborate on specific measures in the available report, but flagged the recent trajectory of developments in Jerusalem as cause for concern among those monitoring the site's status.
