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Far-Right Israeli Incursion Escalates Tensions at Al-Aqsa Ahead of Israel's Upcoming Election

Hundreds of far-right Israeli protesters have entered Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem, heightening tensions ahead of a crucial election, as the Palestinian Authority had expected a large turnout. The incursion marks one of the largest seen this year and is likely to further escalate tensions in the region.

Far-Right Israeli Incursion Escalates Tensions at Al-Aqsa Ahead of Israel's Upcoming Election
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Hundreds of Israeli far-right activists have entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem as part of a large incursion, heightening tensions ahead of an upcoming election; the Palestinian Authority has condemned the move and warned it could lead to violent clashes; such incursions are rare this year and have been met with resistance from security forces; the incident is seen as a provocative attempt by right-wing Israelis to assert control over Jerusalem.

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