The Temple Mount in Jerusalem has been a persistent flashpoint for conflict between Muslims and Jews for over a century, with repeated outbreaks of violence tied to disputes over control and access. Incitement from religious authorities, particularly the WAQF, has fueled tensions, often leading to deadly riots and widespread unrest. Despite the entrenched antagonism, there are voices within the WAQF, such as the late Dr. Mahdi Abdul Hadi, advocating for peaceful accommodation and even proposing shared use of the site, including the rebuilding of Solomon's Temple alongside the existing mosque.

However, significant religious and diplomatic obstacles remain, notably the prohibition by the Israeli Chief Rabbinate on Jews ascending the Temple Mount. Dr. Abdul Hadi suggested that only a reversal of this prohibition, potentially informed by new archaeological findings, could pave the way for such a historic invitation. Even if the proposal is not immediately accepted, the gesture itself could help dispel longstanding suspicions and foster a climate more conducive to peace.