Israeli army to examine return to Joseph’s tomb within a month
Once a month, Jews are allowed to visit the holy site to pray under heavy army escort. The visits always take place at night for security reasons.
Joseph’s Tomb
WATCH: IDF soldiers pray inside the Tomb of Joseph in Nablus
The Tomb of Joseph, son of the Biblical father of the Israelites Jacob, is located in the Palestinian-run city of Nablus making regular access and security for worshipers difficult.
Terrorist arrested, explosives seized after attack on IDF post
In a separate incident, a Palestinian gunman was critically wounded in clashes with Israeli troops near Joseph’s Tomb.
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