Jerusalem: The Israeli occupation authorities have issued a six-month expulsion order against the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and the Palestinian Territories, Sheikh Muhammad Hussein, barring him from entering Al-Aqsa Mosque.

According to Qatar News Agency, the decision follows the expiration of Sheikh Hussein's previous eight-day expulsion order. This initial expulsion was enacted in response to a sermon he delivered, criticizing the Israeli occupation's policies, particularly the starvation strategy affecting Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. On July 27, 2025, Sheikh Hussein was summoned by Israeli forces and received the initial expulsion order, which indicated a potential for renewal.

The expulsion underscores ongoing tensions between the Israeli authorities and Palestinian leaders regarding access to religious sites and freedom of speech. Sheikh Hussein's outspoken criticism of Israeli policies has been a point of contention, leading to actions such as these expulsion orders. The situation highlights the broader conflict and the complex dynamics surrounding religious leadership and political authority in the region.