al-Aqsa Mosque

Bio Jamal Badran

One of Palestine’s foremost visual artists, sculptors, and calligraphers who also the restored al-Aqsa Mosque’s precious Islamic art after an arson

Blog Post Jordan’s Role Is Vital in Safeguarding Jerusalem’s Holy Sites

The ties that bind Jordan and Jerusalem

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.

Feature Story Ben-Gvir’s Incendiary Moves and Statements about Jewish Prayer at al-Haram al-Sharif Raise Alarm over Status Quo

Jewish aggressions toward Islam’s third holiest site escalate to new heights.

Feature Story Israel Detains Muslim Spiritual Leader Sheikh Ekrima Sabri and Bans Him from Entering al-Aqsa Mosque for Six Months

An utterance during a prayer leads to detention and banishment. 

Blog Post Why Are the Trees Surrounding al-Aqsa Mosque Dying?

Trees in the Haram al-Sharif compound are dying. What’s killing them?

Blog Post The Splendor of Eid al-Fitr in Jerusalem, Despite the Sadness

A deep sadness cloaked the city, but the Eid al-Fitr rites were observed, including visiting the dead and saying prayers for their souls.

Blog Post Praying in al-Aqsa Mosque as an Act of Patriotism

This year, Ramadan prayer is being seen through a different lens.

Blog Post Where Can All Jerusalemites Meet? Where but . . . Amman

Jordan hosts Jerusalemite leaders.