VOICED : Musulmanes rezan en Explanada de las Mezquitas

For the first time in months, thousands of Muslims gathered without restrictions to pray at the mosque esplanade. Israeli forces suspended selective entry operations but maintained sporadic checks. This decision followed a meeting between U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Around 40,000 worshippers accessed the esplanade easily, where the Al-Aqsa Mosque, a significant site for both Muslims and Jews, is located. Recently, Jewish extremists increased visits, causing daily clashes in East Jerusalem.

What was significant about the gathering of Muslims at the Explanada de las Mezquitas?

• It was a weekly event.

• It was organized by the Israeli government.

• It was the first time in several months without restrictions.

• It was a protest against the Israeli forces.

What prompted the Israeli forces to change their entry operations at the Explanada de las Mezquitas?

• A meeting between John Kerry and Benjamin Netanyahu.

• A protest by local residents.

• A request from the United Nations.

• A decision by the Israeli Supreme Court.

Who were the key figures involved in the decision to suspend selective entry operations?

• The United Nations Secretary-General.

• The President of the United States.

• John Kerry and Benjamin Netanyahu.

• The Mayor of Jerusalem.

What is the religious significance of the Al-Aqsa Mosque?

• It is the third holy site of Islam.

• It is the first holy site of Islam.

• It is the second holy site of Islam.

• It is not considered a holy site.

What recent activity has led to daily confrontations in East Jerusalem?

• Increased visits by Jewish extremists.

• Protests by local residents.

• Construction of new settlements.

• Closure of the Al-Aqsa Mosque.