The Palestinian Authority has issued a formal directive restricting the use of external loudspeakers at mosques located near Jewish settlements. The decision, announced by the Palestinian Minister of Religious Affairs, aims to address long-standing complaints regarding noise disturbance from Muslim prayers. The directive limits the use of loudspeakers to designated prayer times only. Previously, amplified calls to prayer were a frequent source of contention between settlers and Palestinian communities. This move follows years of complaints from Israeli settlers about the volume and frequency of the calls. The PA has not publicly stated the reasoning behind the decision beyond addressing the noise concerns, but it is likely an attempt to de-escalate tensions in the region. The implementation and long-term effects of the directive remain to be seen.