Israeli forces attack Muslims worshippers near Al-Aqsa amid security concerns

Israeli forces attack Muslims attempting to perform Taraweeh prayers near Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem

Authorities in Tel Aviv cite ongoing conflict with Iran to block worshippers from praying at the Old City gates and surrounding areas pic.twitter.com/kCwddX6EJe

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Israeli forces attack Muslims attempting to perform Taraweeh prayers near Al-Aqsa in Jerusalem

Authorities in Tel Aviv cite ongoing conflict with Iran to block worshippers from praying at the Old City gates and surrounding areas