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Netanyahu approves Ben-Gvir's proposed Al-Aqsa restrictions for Ramadan: Report

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir's proposal to limit the number of Palestinians who will be allowed to enter Al-Aqsa Mosque during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, Israeli Channel 13 has reported. 

Israel's internal intelligence agency, the Shin Bet, has warned against the move, recommending unrestricted access for Palestinian worshippers. 

Earlier on Sunday, Israeli broadcaster Channel 12 reported that Ben Gvir was pushing to ban Palestinian citizens of Israel below the age of 70 from entering the mosque compound.

Read More: Israeli police and Shin Bet 'disagree on Al-Aqsa restrictions' during Ramadan

Israeli security forces block a street in East Jerusalem as Palestinians take part in Friday noon prayers on 24 November 2023, following an age restriction for worshippers wanting to access Al-Aqsa Mosque (background) (AFP)
Israeli security forces block a street in East Jerusalem as Palestinians take part in Friday noon prayers on 24 November 2023, following an age restriction for worshippers wanting to access Al-Aqsa