Pakistan on Tuesday strongly condemned the storming of Al Aqsa Mosque by Israeli occupation forces, calling the move a serious violation of international law and the sanctity of one of Islam’s holiest sites.
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According to reports, far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir entered the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in East Jerusalem under heavy police protection. The Islamic Waqf Department said he toured the courtyards after entering through the Mughrabi Gate and proceeded toward the Chain Gate before exiting along the same route.
In a statement, Pakistan’s Foreign Office said the action constituted a direct assault on the religious, historical, and legal status of Al Aqsa Mosque. It described the incident as a “reprehensible act” and urged the international community to take immediate steps to prevent such provocations.
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Pakistan Strongly Condemns Storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli Occupying Power
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— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 7, 2026
The Foreign Office reiterated Pakistan’s firm support for the Palestinian people, including their right to self-determination. It also reaffirmed its backing for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital.
The incident comes amid heightened tensions in the region, particularly after restrictions were imposed on access to religious sites in Jerusalem. For the first time since 1967, Al Aqsa Mosque was reportedly closed at the end of Ramazan, further escalating concerns among Palestinians.
Palestine, Qatar and Jordan condemned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir’s storming of Jerusalem’s Al-Aqsa Mosque on Monday https://t.co/fm9QpVMhiA pic.twitter.com/gRom9vQDsW
— Anadolu English (@anadoluagency) April 7, 2026
Several countries, including Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Qatar, Jordan, and Egypt, also issued strong condemnations. They described the act as a violation of international law and a provocation that could inflame tensions across the Muslim world.
دانت وزارة الخارجية وشؤون المغتربين اقتحام وزير الأمن القومي الإسرائيلي المتطرف إيتمار بن غفير اليوم المسجد الأقصى المبارك/ الحرم القدسي الشريف، تحت حماية شرطة الاحتلال الإسرائيلي؛ خرقًا فاضحًا للقانون الدولي والقانون الدولي الإنساني، وتصعيدًا مدانًا واستفزازًا غير مقبول،… pic.twitter.com/n2EybqWQsu
— وزارة الخارجية وشؤون المغتربين الأردنية (@ForeignMinistry) April 6, 2026
#Statement | Qatar Condemns Israeli National Security Minister’s Storming of Al Aqsa Mosque
Doha | April 6, 2026
The State of Qatar condemns the storming of Al Aqsa Mosque by the Israeli National Security Minister under the protection of the occupation police, considering it a… pic.twitter.com/W0BKQsqWbK
— Ministry of Foreign Affairs – Qatar (@MofaQatar_EN) April 6, 2026
#بيان | تعرب وزارة الخارجية عن إدانة المملكة العربية السعودية بأشد العبارات واستنكارها للاقتحام السافر الذي قام به وزير في حكومة الاحتلال الإسرائيلي بحماية من قوات الاحتلال لباحات المسجد الأقصى الشريف، مؤكدةً رفضها التام لاستمرار الانتهاكات الإسرائيلية للقوانين الدولية والتعدي… pic.twitter.com/4PBWJ3uchR
— وزارة الخارجية 🇸🇦 (@KSAMOFA) April 7, 2026
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government has faced increasing criticism over policies related to Jerusalem’s holy sites.
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The developments highlight growing international concern over preserving the historical and legal status quo in the contested city.