Demolitions, arrests, and deportation orders escalate in Jerusalem
This week, the Israeli occupation authorities continued their policy of demolitions and restrictions in Jerusalem while intensifying arrests and expulsions of Palestinians, particularly in the vicinity of Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Demolitions and confiscation notices
The Israeli municipality compelled Jerusalem resident Jalal al-Tawil to demolish a room in his home in the al-Bustan neighborhood. This room, which had been there for about 40 years and served as a living space, was torn down on the grounds of unauthorized construction.
The municipality remains active in posting notices and announcements in al-Bustan about its plans to confiscate land under the pretext of "planning and construction," turning parts of it into parking lots. Additionally, it has issued widespread demolition orders targeting several homes in the neighborhood.
Arrests and attacks
Israeli forces detained three Palestinians near Al-Aqsa Mosque: released prisoner Imad Abbasi "Abeesan", Raed Murrar, and Ahmed Murrar.
Lawyer Siraj Abu Arafeh, from the Wadi Hilweh Information Center in Jerusalem, explained that their detention has been extended until tomorrow.
The forces also detained Omar Hijazi and Abdullah Abu Kharoub, an employee of the Islamic Endowment Department. Their detention has been extended until Monday.
Israeli forces also assaulted Jerusalem activist Muhammad Abu al-Hummus while he was praying near the Lions' Gate, after preventing him from entering the Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Israeli authorities issued a one-week ban on entry to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound for Jerusalemite youth Wissam Da'na, requiring him to report to the Al-Qishla police station next Monday to discuss the possibility of extending the ban for several months.
Meanwhile, an Israeli court judge issued a 60-day ban on Thursday against two Jerusalemite youths from entering the Old City.
