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The United States criticizes Israel's far-right national security minister for leading prayers at the flashpoint Al-Aqsa mosque compound, saying he has hurt efforts for talks toward a Gaza ceasefire. "Not only is it unacceptable, it detracts from what we think is a vital time, as we are working to get this ceasefire deal across the finish line," State Department spokesman Vedant Patel tells reporters. SOUNDBITE
Muslims make morning prayers to start the Eid al-Fitr festival, which marks the end of the holy fasting month of Ramadan, at the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem. IMAGES
Palestinian Muslims rush to the Al-Aqsa mosque, the third holiest site in Islam, to celebrate the Eid al-Fitr holiday marking the end of the fasting month of Ramadan. IMAGES
Muslim worshippers perform the last Friday prayers in Ramadan at Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem. IMAGES TO COMPLETE VID34NM4NG_EN
Muslim worshippers gather at Al-Aqsa mosque compound for the last Friday prayers in Ramadan. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.