Groups of Israeli settlers have broken into al-Aqsa Mosque in the occupied Jerusalem al-Quds on Tuesday morning as protected by Israeli forces in new move desecrating the holy site.

Eyewitnesses said that dozens of colonists entered the holy site in groups, conducted provocative tours throughout the compound, and performed Talmudic rituals.

During the incursion, Israeli forces imposed restrictions on the entry of Palestinian worshippers to the mosque.
Additionally, Israeli police tightened the restrictions at the gates of the Old City, effectively turning the area into a military zone.

Al-Aqsa Mosque is the third holiest site and the first Qibla (praying direction) for Muslims constantly stormed by Israeli settlers as part of efforts to change the Islamic identity of the mosque.