The Israeli invasion of Gaza, which began as a result of the Israel–Hamas war on 7 October 2023, has resulted in significant destruction and damage to numerous religious sites including mosques and churches.

Dec 9, 2023 · The centuries-old Omari Mosque, Gaza's oldest, was badly damaged in an Israeli strike. An Israeli official told NPR it was targeted because militants were using a tunnel near the structure.

6 days ago · Israel has destroyed 79% of the mosques in the Gaza Strip and completely demolished three churches, according to the spokesperson for the enclave’s Ministry of Endowments, as reported by Anadolu...

6 days ago · Israeli forces have destroyed 79% of Gaza’s mosques and three churches, killing 255 clerics and targeting 32 cemeteries, according to Gaza’s Ministry of Endowments.

Oct 25, 2023 · Israel bombed the Hattin Mosque in Gaza City at dawn this morning, bringing the number of mosques destroyed since 7 October to 33, Al-Aqsa Channel reported on Telegram in a brief statement....

Dec 11, 2023 · The Israeli occupation army has destroyed 192 mosques in the besieged Gaza Strip since 7 October, Israeli media outlets reported. Two days ago, Israeli warplanes launched raids on the historic...

Jan 17, 2024 · The Omari Mosque in Gaza was largely destroyed by Israeli bombardment on Dec. 8, 2023. It was one of the most ancient mosques in the region and a beloved Gazan landmark.

Jan 5, 2025 · According to the Ministry of Awqaf and Religious Affairs, nearly 1,000 mosques in Gaza suffered extensive damage in 2024, with 815 completely demolished and 151 sustaining partial damage. The assault on religious heritage extended beyond mosques, as 19 cemeteries and three churches in Gaza were also devastated during the genocidal campaign.

Jan 30, 2024 · Of 117 religious sites which were reportedly damaged or destroyed between 7 October, when Israel's campaign began, and 31 December, the BBC has verified 74 cases. Seventy-two are mosques and two...

Dec 8, 2023 · Located in Gaza City's old town, the mosque was destroyed several times in various conflicts and once by an earthquake, but was rebuilt each time. It is named after Omar, Islam's second caliph.