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Israeli Knesset passes bill limiting mosque loudspeakers
The Israeli Knesset passed a preliminary reading of a bill proposed by Otzma Yehudit to limit mosque loudspeakers, requiring permits for public address systems and granting police authority to confiscate equipment in case of violations. The bill carries a fine of up to 50,000 shekels and passed with 50 votes in favor and 36 against, needing three readings to take effect. The article also references Palestinian Muslim worshippers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque Complex in Jerusalem.
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