UAE condemns Israeli actions in Al-Aqsa Mosque, West Bank

Call for respect of Jordan’s custodial role

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) emphasized the importance of respecting the custodial role of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan over the holy sites, in line with international law and historical agreements. The Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s support for the authority of the Jerusalem Endowment Administration, which manages Al-Aqsa Mosque, Qubbat Al Sakhrah, and surrounding courtyards, and expressed full solidarity with Jordan’s efforts to protect these sacred sites.

Holding Israeli authorities accountable

The Ministry held Israeli authorities responsible for preventing escalation and called for measures to avoid aggravating tensions. The UAE reaffirmed its categorical rejection of practices that violate international legitimacy resolutions and threaten regional stability.

Urging international action for peace

The Ministry urged the international community to intensify efforts to achieve a comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution, fulfilling the aspirations of the Palestinian people for an independent sovereign state in accordance with international law.