Confrontations continue at the al-Aqsa Mosque in Israel for a third day

Violent confrontations at the al-Aqsa Mosque have continued into a third day. Israeli security forces reportedly used tear gas, rubber bullets and stun grenades in clashes with the Palestinians worshipers inside the mosque.

Advice

Travellers should consider avoiding the area around the mosque at this time. Al-aqsa is a holy site for Muslims and Jews and is a flashpoint for violence.