The holy Eid-ul-Azha prayers were held at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem on Sunday, despite a significant crackdown by Israeli forces. According to the Jerusalem Islamic Waqf, over 40,000 worshipers participated in the prayers, a testament to their resilience and faith amidst adversity. This information was reported by Turkey's state news agency, Anadolu.

Eid al-Adha, the second major festival for Muslims, is being celebrated across various Middle Eastern countries. However, Palestinian Muslims are experiencing this day with fear rather than joy due to ongoing Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip. The Israeli military's actions even extended to the disruption of Eid festivities, with reports indicating that the occupying forces prevented the traditional sacrificial rites on the day of Eid.

Anadolu reported that despite the strict measures enforced by Israeli forces, many worshipers faced harassment on their way to and from the Al-Aqsa Mosque for prayers. The continued tension and conflict have cast a shadow over what is traditionally a joyous and communal celebration for Muslims worldwide.