Israeli forces on Tuesday evening prevented Palestinian worshippers from performing Tarawih prayers in several areas of Jerusalem, as restrictions on access to Al-Aqsa Mosque continue.
Local sources said Israeli forces were deployed around a number of neighbourhoods, including areas near Bab Al-Amud and Bab Al-Sahira. Worshippers were dispersed and prevented from holding prayers, and were forced to leave the places where they had gathered.
The sources added that forces pushed worshippers towards nearby neighbourhoods in an effort to prevent any prayer gatherings. Tensions were reported in some areas after tear gas was fired to disperse the crowds.
These measures come amid ongoing closures and tightened military restrictions in Jerusalem, particularly around the Old City, preventing many Palestinians from reaching Al-Aqsa Mosque or praying in its vicinity.
Similar measures have been reported in recent days around the mosque, with worshippers dispersed and prevented from performing both the Isha and Tarawih prayers, as restrictions on entry to the site continue.
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