Far-right Israeli politician Itamar Ben Gvir sparked widespread outrage and concern today as he made a provocative visit to the Al-Aqsa compound in Jerusalem, a highly sensitive and sacred site for Palestinians. Under the heavy protection of Israeli military forces, Ben Gvir, the leader of the Jewish Power party, stormed the compound on Jerusalem Day, a national holiday in Israel that commemorates the city's reunification in 1967. The move is seen as a deliberate provocation by many, coming just days after renewed tensions between Israel and the Palestinian Authority. The visit has already drawn condemnation from Palestinian leaders and international organizations, who warn that the escalation could lead to further instability in the region.
Itamar Ben Gvir stormed the Al-Aqsa compound under heavy military protection during Jerusalem Day.
