Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir joined hundreds of Israelis in entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem, a move condemned by Palestinians and drawing international concern. Ben-Gvir publicly stated, “we are the owners of the place” while present at the site, escalating already high tensions. The incursion occurred under heavy Israeli security presence, raising fears of further clashes. The Al-Aqsa Mosque compound is a highly sensitive religious site, revered by both Muslims and Jews, who refer to it as the Temple Mount. This act follows a period of increased Israeli-Palestinian violence in Jerusalem and the West Bank. The timing of the visit, coinciding with the end of Jewish Passover, is seen as particularly provocative. International observers have warned that such actions risk further destabilizing the region.