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Tomb of the Patriarchs in Hebron The Palestinian Authority’s highest Islamic authority, Mahmoud al-Habbash, harshly condemned the placing of a Hanukkah menorah (Chanukiah) at the Cave of the Patriarchs in Hebron, calling it a “crime.” According to report published by Palestinian Media Watch on Monday, Habbash, who also serves as adviser to P.A. leader Mahmoud Abbas on religious affairs, was quoted by the P.A.’s official WAFA news agency on Nov. 18 as saying: “‘The occupation state … is exploiting every opportunity, and particularly the so-called ‘Jewis...

Abbas adviser: Hanukkah menorah at the Cave of the Patriarchs a ‘desecration’ Abbas adviser: Hanukkah menorah at the Cave of the Patriarchs a ‘desecration’ “The occupation state ... is exploiting every opportunity, and particularly the so-called 'Jewish holidays,’ in order to commit crimes,” says P.A. Supreme Sharia Judge Mahmoud al-Habbash. The Cave of the Patriarchs in the city of Hebron, Dec. 4, 2019. Photo by Wisam Hashlamoun/Flash90. Spread the word. (December 15, 2020 / JNS) The Palestinian Authority’s highest Islamic authority, Mahmoud al-Habbash, harshly condemned the...