The Kingdom of Bahrain strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by a member of the Israeli government, Knesset members and extremists, under the protection of the Israeli police, as a violation of the rules of international law.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stressed the need to respect the existing historical and legal situation in Jerusalem, and not to prejudice the role of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in managing endowments, caring for and protecting holy sites in accordance with international resolutions, providing full protection for worshipers, and stopping any racist or provocative practices which would fuel tension and instability.

In a statement, the ministry reiterated Bahrain’s unequivocal stance in support to international and regional efforts aimed at achieving de-escalation, promoting just and comprehensive peace in the region.

It affirmed Bahrain’s unwavering support to the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state on the borders of June 4, 1967, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with the resolutions of international legitimacy, the two-state solution, and the Arab Peace Initiative.

Source: Bahrain News Agency