Far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir storms Al-Aqsa Mosque compound

Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound on Wednesday, according to a report by Palestine’s WAFA news agency.

The report said that he was accompanied by a group of settlers during the provocative tour under tight security.

The visit took place during Jewish holiday celebrations and came a day after the second anniversary of the launch of Israeli attack on Gaza.

Ben-Gvir, known for his hardline stance, has repeatedly voiced opposition to any ceasefire agreement in the Gaza Strip.

Earlier in April, Ben Gvir had sparked strong condemnation from Arab nations and Palestinian group Hamas following his visit to the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem’s Old City.

The firebrand politician visited the site in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem after rejoining the government last month amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza.