Muslim scholars slam Israeli demolition of historic cemetery in Al-Quds

In a statement, the association said the Israeli authorities did not respect the feelings of Muslims by "Judaising" their graves and such an act will lead to an escalation in the face of the Israeli occupation.

The association urged Muslim scholars in the Arab and Islamic world to intensify their efforts to raise awareness on "Judaisation" attempts in Al-Quds.

On Monday, the Zionist regime’s municipal authorities resumed destruction and levelling of the Al-Yusufiye Cemetery, despite protests by Palestinian residents who have relatives buried in the cemetery.

The head of the Committee for the Preservation of Islamic cemeteries in Al-Quds, Mustafa Abu Zahra, told Anadolu Agency that the Israeli municipal crews bulldozed part of the cemetery land.

He added that the Israeli authorities seek to change and convert part of the cemetery into biblical gardens.

Al-Yusufiye Cemetery, located next to the wall surrounding the Old City, is one of the oldest Muslim graveyards in occupied Al-Quds.

Both the West Bank and East Al-Quds are considered occupied areas under international law.