A group of British Muslims visiting the Al-Aqsa Mosque in East Jerusalem encountered a harrowing situation when they were forcefully removed and assaulted by Israeli forces. Witnesses recounted being targeted during prayers at the Bab al-Rahma prayer hall, enduring physical violence such as dragging, kicking, and intimidation. British nationals Raz Ahmed, Ismail Hasan, and Syed Ibrahim, among others, reported being pulled away while praying inside the Al-Aqsa compound.
Ahmed emphasized the ongoing challenges faced by Muslims in Palestine, citing the lack of freedom to worship and denouncing the apartheid system prevalent in Israel. UK-based advocacy group CAGE swiftly condemned the incident, urging British authorities to take immediate action and address the violation of rights experienced by the British Muslims during their visit to the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
