Foundations believed to date from 7th century found beneath another ancient mosque from the 8th century during the early Islamic period

Austrian intelligence says 'visits to these mosques furthered the attacker's radicalization,' after worst attack in country in decades

Photos from scene in el-Bireh show charred walls and graffiti on an outer wall of the mosque reading, 'Siege for Arabs, not for Jews'

From Spain to Syria, churches have been converted into mosques, and vice versa, as control over the sites have shifted over the centuries

Move to allow Muslim prayer at iconic 6th century former cathedral comes despite protests from US, Orthodox Christian leaders and could inflame tensions with Greece, Cyprus

US president says he has deemed places of worship to be 'essential' and threatens to 'override' governors who do not let them open

Synagogues, mosques and churches reopen under strict distancing and hygiene requirements; Western Wall foundation announces raffle for entry permits during Shavuot

Synagogues, mosques and churches will be able to operate at 50% capacity with worshippers keeping at least 2 meters (yards) apart and wearing masks

Ruling follows appeal by Muslim association seeking to allow Friday prayers during remainder of Ramadan

Government body says call to prayer will continue, with muezzins instructing people to pray at home; WHO official says the coastal enclave only has 50-60 ventilators for adults