Israel: If tensions rise during Ramadan, intervention will become difficult

A report to be presented by the Israeli military and the Shin Bet to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu contains concerns regarding entry restrictions to the Al-Aqsa Mosque ahead of the month of Ramadan. The military and security agency state that if the situation worsens, intervention will be difficult.

CRITICAL REPORT FOR NETANYAHU

The prepared situation assessment report states that there is a high probability of the security situation in the West Bank deteriorating, and that if this is added to the security problems already present on the Gaza and Lebanon borders, intervention would be questionable.

INCREASE IN SECURITY THREATS

The report shares information that there has been an 80% increase in armed attacks in the West Bank and Jerusalem over the past year, and that more than 500 security incidents have occurred in these regions since October 7, 2023. It also mentions Hamas's attempts to direct operations from Gaza to the West Bank.

CONCERNS OVER TENSIONS DURING RAMADAN

Following the call by Israel's National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir to ban Palestinians from entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramadan, it is stated that restrictions on worship will also be imposed on Palestinian citizens of Israel under a certain age. These decisions and previous violations could lead to a further rise in tensions in the region.

TENSIONS IN PREVIOUS YEARS

Israel's past violations regarding the Al-Aqsa Mosque have caused serious tensions and violent incidents in the region. The raids during the month of Ramadan in 2021 led to large-scale protests within Israel and in the occupied territories, ending with an 11-day offensive against Gaza.

This report emphasizes the importance of taking necessary measures to prevent potential tensions during the upcoming month of Ramadan and draws attention to the sensitive situation in the region.

News Source: AA