Muslims gather for Taraweeh prayers on the first Friday of Ramadan at Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem on March 7, amid increased security measures due to the ongoing Gaza ceasefire.

Palestinian prisoners recently freed in exchange deals are barred from entering the compound, while 3,000 police officers will be stationed at checkpoints leading to the site.

Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, is a holy time of fasting, prayer, and community gatherings for Muslims worldwide.