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Palestinian Embassy Condemns Israeli Decision Regarding Hebron

Published January 2, 2026, 14:16
Palestinian Embassy Condemns Israeli Decision Regarding Hebron

The Palestinian Embassy in Nicosia condemns Israel's decision to remove planning and building powers within the Holy Site of the Ibrahimi Mosque (Tomb of the Patriarchs) from the Hebron Municipality, as well as the approval of a construction project for a roof in the courtyard. The embassy describes the decision as a 'dangerous escalation of the Israeli policy of imposing facts on the ground by force' and an 'attack on the historical, religious and cultural identity of the Palestinian people'. It points out that the decision violates international law, the Hague Convention and UNESCO resolutions. The Embassy calls on the international community to compel Israel to end its illegal actions and respect the historical and legal status of the Ibrahimi Mosque.