Egypt intensified its diplomatic criticism of Israel for a second consecutive day, issuing a statement condemning settler visits to Al-Aqsa Mosque and expressing concern over developments in Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Egypt, Egypt condemned what it described as “repeated and provocative incursions” by Israeli settlers into the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound under police protection, as well as practices that it said violate the sanctity of Islamic holy sites and the historical and legal status quo in Jerusalem. The ministry also criticised ongoing Israeli actions in Jerusalem and the West Bank, citing settler incursions, arrests, and attacks on Palestinians and their property. Egypt said these actions constitute violations of international law and [...]
