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Palestinians Cheer Israel's Removal Of Security Measures At Historic Mosque

Jerusalem's mufti Mohammed Hussein has declared an end to recent protests, saying Muslims will again pray inside the Al Aqsa Mosque after Israeli police security equipment from its entrance.
Palestinians celebrate in front of the Lion's Gate entrance to Al Aqsa Mosque after Israeli security measures were removed from the Al-Aqsa Compound in Jerusalem Wednesday. / Anadolu Agency / Getty Images

Jerusalem's mufti Mohammed Hussein has declared an end to recent protests, saying Muslims will again pray inside the Al Aqsa Mosque — rather than

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