Ben Gvir's gesture was swiftly condemned by Palestinian Authority President Abu Mazen and Jordan. The visit took place two days after Jerusalem Day, the day Israel dedicated to the city.
"Jerusalem - said the minister - is our soul. All Hamas' threats will not help them, we are responsible for Jerusalem and the whole land of Israel," said Ben Givr. The Minister of National Security - and leader of the radical right 'Jewish Power' - visited this morning the Esplanade of the Mosques in Jerusalem.