Closure

Graphic Prayer at al-Aqsa Mosque on the Two Holiest Days of Ramadan, 2022–2025

Four years of data show a clear downward trend due to Israel’s increasing restrictions on access.

Blog Post The Orient House: The Heart of Palestinian Political Presence in Jerusalem

The story of the Orient House reflects the bleak reality of Palestinian political sovereignty in Jerusalem.

Photo Album Denied, Delayed, Determined: The Palestinian Journey to Pray at al-Aqsa Mosque During Ramadan

Going to extremes to pray at one’s holy site

Photo Essay Jerusalem’s Initially Tense Old City Slightly Eases on Second Week of Ramadan

Despite everything, Jerusalemites observe Ramadan traditions and rituals.

Feature Story Despite Israel’s Stringent Limitations on Access to al-Aqsa Mosque, Tens of Thousands of Muslims Prayed There This Week

Ramadan 2025, Week 1: Report from the ground

Feature Story New Checkpoints, Gates, and Procedures Paralyze Palestinian Mobility across West Bank, Including East Jerusalem

As soon as the ceasefire in Gaza took effect, Israel turned on the West Bank just as Ramadan was getting underway.

Graphic How Israel Restricts Muslims’ Access to Pray in al-Aqsa Mosque

A visual overview of the multilayered points at which Israel blocks Muslims from accessing their holiest site, even during Ramadan

Personal Story Daydreaming on Her Daily Commute Got M Banned from Jerusalem

With each passing day, Jerusalem is getting harder to reach for Palestinians outside the city.

Blog Post Perspective: Our Shrinking Mobility—An Ominous Sense of Déjà Vu

A Palestinian Jerusalemite takes stock of Israel’s latest clampdown on the West Bank.