Turkey on Friday condemned the killing of seven Palestinians by Israeli security forces and violence against Muslims at the Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem, TurkicWorld reports to the reference DailySabah

In a written statement, the Foreign Ministry said: "We find it unacceptable and strongly condemn the killing of seven Palestinians, including a child, by Israeli security forces in different cities in Palestine, especially Jenin, and the intervention of Muslims in Al-Aqsa mosque for worship this morning, causing injuries."

"We are deeply concerned about the increasing tensions in the region in recent days. We would like to emphasize once again the importance of not allowing provocations and threats against the status and spirituality of Al-Aqsa mosque, especially in this sensitive period," it added.

Palestinians clashed with Israeli police at the Al-Aqsa mosque compound in Jerusalem on Friday as thousands gathered for prayers during the holy month of Ramadan. Medics said more than 150 Palestinians were wounded in the most serious violence at the site in nearly a year.