UNESCO issued a new decision on Al-Haram Al-Sharif, according to which naming Al-Aqsa Mosque and Al-Haram Al-Sharif as synonymous in the Old City of Jerusalem. The resolution demanded the appointment of a permanent representative of the General Directorate in the Old City to monitor the procedures within the competencies of the organization, in addition to sending an interactive monitoring mission from UNESCO to Jerusalem regarding Israel’s actions. The decision came as a result of a diplomatic effort by the State of Palestine and the Arab and Islamic groups in the organization. The decision also came as an affirmation that the Israeli measures aimed at changing the character and legal status of the Holy City are null and void. For further details, click here