"Ramadan Tensions in East Jerusalem: Prayers at Al Aqsa Amid Israel-Gaza Conflict"

As Ramadan begins with no cease-fire in sight, rising concerns over tensions in East Jerusalem loom, with fears of potential violence around the revered Al-Aqsa mosque. Israeli authorities have reportedly blocked access to the mosque, sparking clashes and raising worries of further restrictions during the holy month. The war in Gaza casts a heavy shadow over the start of Ramadan, dampening the usual spirit of celebration and gathering for Muslims. Hamas' efforts to incite uprisings and the ongoing conflict have turned Ramadan into a focal point of the broader tensions in the region.