In a statement, al-Azhar warned of the consequences of such moves and violations of Palestinians’ rights, al-Bawaba News reported.

It also underlined that the Zionist regime’s move was in violation of international laws and the Charter of the United Nations.

Quds is the everlasting capital of Palestine, the statement further said, calling on international organizations to make efforts to ensure that the Islamic identity of Quds is protected.

Hundreds of Israeli troops with bulldozers on Monday tore down homes in the Palestinian village of Sur Baher near Quds despite local protests and international criticism.

Israel said Tuesday that a total of 12 Palestinian buildings it considered “illegally constructed” were demolished.

A preliminary assessment by the UN found that 24 people were displaced in Monday’s destruction.

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