Israelis hold first daytime prayer at Jewish West Bank shrine since 2000
Israeli civilians conducted daytime prayers at Joseph's Tomb in Nablus for the first time since 2000. The event, supported by senior defense officials, is part of a broader effort to re-establish a permanent Jewish presence at the site.
Why it matters
The site is a major flashpoint in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and changing the status quo there carries significant geopolitical and security risks.
Israelis hold first daytime prayer at Jewish West Bank shrine since 2000
The framing emphasizes the religious and historical significance to Jewish groups while detailing the official government support for the move.
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