The event took on special significance this year in light of the ongoing war with Hamas, and the captivity of the 134 hostages held by the terror group in Gaza. 

Despite the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, there are reports that the current Palestinian government headed by Mohammed Shtayyeh could resign and lead to the creation of a new government.

Videos from bystanders and Israeli media showed police forces whipping protesters as well as other forms of force.

“If we cannot buy accurate weapons for our planes, we will have to use inaccurate weapons in the war in the Gaza Strip,” which will naturally lead to more casualties."

In a recent speech, IRGC commander Hossein Salami hailed Iran's efforts in derailing Israeli espionage as the crux of Iran's Middle East policy.

Netanyahu stated that the operation would include a plan to facilitate the evacuation of Palestinian civilians, as well as an assault on the local Hamas battalions.

Hamas official Mousa Abu Marzouk claimed nobody could have anticipated the West's response to October 7.

Israel, the Palestinian leadership, and the Waqf must take careful measures to ensure freedom of worship for Muslims.