Israel’s Alleged Control Over Al-Aqsa Mosque: Breaking Down the Controversy, Waqf Replacement Claims, and Violations of Islamic Sanctity

Sofia, Bulgaria — May 26, 2026 — Al-Aqsa Mosque, Islam’s third-holiest site and a flashpoint in Jerusalem’s religious and political landscape, has once again become the center of international concern. Recent reports—amplified by social media and regional media outlets—suggest Israel is seeking to assert greater control over the mosque’s management, including restructuring the Islamic Waqf … Read more

Israel Bans Palestinians from Eid al-Fitr Prayers at Al-Aqsa Mosque | Jerusalem Restrictions

Sofia, Bulgaria – As the holy month of Ramadan draws to a close, celebrations marking Eid al-Fitr are unfolding under a shadow of restriction in Jerusalem. Israeli authorities have imposed significant limitations on access to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, a site of immense religious importance to Muslims, preventing many Palestinian worshippers from observing the holiday … Read more