GCC chief strongly condemns Al-Aqsa Mosque storming

RIYADH, Oct 8 (KUNA) -- GCC Secretary General Jassem Al-Budaiwi on Wednesday strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by groups of Israeli occupation officials and settlers under protection.
In a statement, Al-Budaiwi described the act as a "grave escalation" and a "blatant violation" of the sanctity of Al-Aqsa Mosque, as well as a serious provocation to Muslims worldwide.
He warned against attempts to impose a new reality on the holy site, calling such actions a clear breach of international law and relevant UN resolutions.
He reiterated GCC's firm rejection of all efforts to alter the historical and legal status of Al-Aqsa Mosque and occupied Jerusalem, urging the international community to act immediately to halt these repeated violations and protect Islamic holy sites from all forms of provocation and desecration. (end) kns.dm