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Feature Story Israel Bars Access to Foreign Muslims Wanting to Perform Morning Prayer in Al-Aqsa Mosque

Muslim tourists dream of praying at al-Aqsa Mosque, but upon arrival, they are discovering that some prayer times are off limits under Israel’s rules.

Blog Post Announcing Heritage Tours of al-Aqsa Mosque, Israel Again Shifts the Status Quo There

Israel plans to sponsor tours of al-Aqsa Mosque for thousands of Jews and tourists.

Blog Post Christians Celebrate a Sepulchral Easter in Jerusalem, with Lower Turnout than Usual

Muted and downsized, Easter services offer solace to worshippers able to reach them despite Israeli checkpoints and police.

Video General Allenby’s Entry into Jerusalem in 1917

A rare cinematic look back at a pivotal moment in Jerusalem’s history.

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Welcome to the Jerusalem Notebook blog.