National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir led Jewish prayers on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem, openly violating the longstanding agreement that prohibits Jewish worship at the sensitive site. This marks the first time a government minister has overtly led prayers there, drawing sharp condemnation from the Palestinian Authority, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, who called the move a dangerous provocation. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responded by insisting that Israel's policy regarding the site remains unchanged, despite Ben Gvir's actions and statements calling for increased Israeli sovereignty. The visit, which coincided with the Tisha B'Av fast day, has heightened tensions around the already volatile holy site, with critics warning of the potential for further unrest.