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Israeli police storm al-Aqsa Mosque following Gaza ceasefire

Israeli forces storm al-Aqsa Mosque

Israeli security forces have fired tear gas, stun grenades and rubber bullets at worshippers in al-Aqsa Mosque, hours after thousands gathered at the holy site to celebrate the announcement of a ceasefire in Gaza.

Footage released on social media showed Israeli police firing into crowds of Palestinian worshippers shortly after they had congregated for Friday prayers.

There are reports of injuries.