Deputy Foreign Minister Tzachi Hanegbi and Police Chief Yochanan Danino on Wednesday 19 Marcheshvan held a joint briefing for members of the diplomatic corps in Israel regarding the situation on Har Habayis.
Over 60 ambassadors and members of diplomatic staff convened at a special briefing at the Foreign Ministry, which was intended to provide comprehensive information on recent events in Jerusalem, with emphasis on events relating to Har Habayis. The diplomats were shown visual materials illustrating Islamic incitement and violence on the holy site.
Deputy FM Hanegbi stated: “Israel is dedicated to freedom of religion and worship for all faiths and is committed to the sanctity and security of all holy places. Israel has maintained and will continue to maintain the status quo on Har Habayis and Jordan’s special role as the protector of Islam’s holy places in Jerusalem, and will resist any attempts to change. Any statement to the contrary is a private opinion that is not representative of the Israeli government.
“Unfortunately, we are witnessing an upsurge in Palestinian violence, which is supported by incitement by official Palestinian sources and by radical Islamic elements.”
Police Chief Danino added “The main role of the Israel Police is to maintain public peace and security throughout the country with an emphasis on Jerusalem, which is a central part of our mission.”
(YWN – Israel Desk, Jerusalem)
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