Pakistan, May 26 -- Al-Aqsa Mosque administrative control could face major changes under a reported US-Israeli proposal targeting Jordan's longstanding custodial role. According to a report by Middle East Eye, the plan seeks to replace the current Islamic Waqf authority with a new structure aligned more closely with Israeli interests. The proposal has reportedly triggered concern among regional governments and religious authorities.

The report, citing American, Jordanian, Palestinian, Gulf, and Western sources, claimed the proposed body would redefine Al-Aqsa as a "multi-faith centre." Under the reported arrangement, Jewish worshippers would receive expanded access to the compound, including permission for organised religious prayers in ...