Israeli police announced on Monday that they will deploy large numbers of officers at the Al-Aqsa Mosque during the holy month of Ramazan, which starts this week. The mosque, located in East Jerusalem and known as the Temple Mount to Jews, draws hundreds of thousands of Palestinian worshippers during this month of fasting and prayer. Senior police officer Arad Braverman said forces would be present "day and night" at the compound and surrounding areas. Thousands of officers will also be on duty for the busy Friday prayers. Police recommended issuing 10,000 permits to Palestinians from the occupied West Bank, who need special permission to enter Jerusalem. However, the Palestinian Jerusalem Governorate said permits will be limited to men over 55 and women over 50, the same as last year. They also reported that the Israeli authorities blocked the Waqf, the Jordanian body managing the site, from preparing the compound. This includes installing shade and setting up temporary clinics. A Waqf source confirmed 33 employees were barred entry the week before Ramazan. The Al-Aqsa site is a core symbol of Palestinian identity and often a flashpoint in the conflict. Jews may visit but cannot pray there. Israel says it will maintain this status quo. Braverman said on Monday, "no changes were planned."