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Tuesday, February 3, 2026
TopicAl-Aqsa mosque

Topic: Al-Aqsa mosque

Why Al-Aqsa mosque in Jerusalem is a sensitive site in Palestine-Israel conflict

Controlled access to the site reminds Palestinians of their relative powerlessness in their ongoing land disputes with Israeli authorities.

How Al-Aqsa mosque, 3rd holiest site in Islam, became focal point of Israeli-Palestinian tensions

Holiest site in Judaism & 3rd holiest in Islam, Al-Aqsa complex is managed by Jordanian-appointed Jerusalem Waqf Council, while security there is overseen by Israel.

‘Most sensitive site’, the Al-Aqsa Mosque has often been a place of conflict

Defending Al-Aqsa and fighting for rights to access it, have become proxy conflicts for both Palestinian claims and the need to defend Islam as a whole.

Al-Aqsa violence: Why Palestinians & Jews have often clashed at this holy site in Jerusalem

Clashes between Israeli forces and Palestinians at Al-Aqsa mosque Friday and Saturday left nearly 300 people injured. ThePrint explains why this mosque is an important landmark.

On Camera

Why Rahul Gandhi wasn’t allowed to read an excerpt from General Naravane’s memoir

General MM Naravane’s memoir—Four Stars of Destiny—reveals that he was left hanging by political leadership for more than two hours as Chinese tanks drove towards Indian positions.

Trade deal with US likely to lift Rupee & stocks, say investors

New Delhi: India’s agreement with the US to buy $500 billion-worth of goods over five years includes an existing pipeline of projects, as well...

Adani Defence teams up with Italy’s Leonardo to tap India’s mega helicopter market

The partnership will focus on targeting the Indian Armed Forces' requirements, particularly for Leonardo's AW169M and AW109 TrekkerM helicopters.

Swiss report should now close Op Sindoor debate. Knowing when to stop the fight is key too

The key to fighting a war successfully, or even launching it, is a clear objective. That’s an entirely political call. It isn’t emotional or purely military.