Taghribnews (TNA) - World Mosque Day: Al-Aqsa Mosque, Symbol and Identity of Muslims

The 21st of August, the anniversary of the burning of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, has been named the International Day of the Mosque, at the suggestion of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the approval of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.

The Iran Press reporter captured the beauty of the Al-Aqsa Mosque, which is located in Quds and is considered the first Qibla of Muslims. The Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, also known as the Haram al-Sharif, is the third holiest site in Islam, following the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina.

However, the Al-Aqsa Mosque remains under constant insults and attacks by Zionist settlers, and Israeli soldiers prevent all Palestinians from entering the holy site. The compound has been a flashpoint of tension between Palestinians and Israeli authorities, with clashes often erupting during religious holidays.
The establishment of World Mosque Day serves as a reminder of the significance of mosques, especially the Al-Aqsa Mosque, in the lives of Muslims worldwide. It is a symbol of unity and resistance against oppression, as mosques have historically played a role in promoting justice and social change.