Israel’s Jerusalem tunnels spark political tensions, fears for Al-Aqsa’s safety – Middle East Monitor

Israel’s continued excavation of tunnels near Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem is raising allegations of political motives and fears for the structural integrity of the holy site, according to experts and recent imagery, Anadolu reports.

The controversial tunnels were videoed on Monday, Sept. 29, by Anadolu.

The tunnels, promoted as archaeological projects, are seen by critics as an effort to reinforce Israel’s historical claims over Jerusalem….