Sharon’s Temple Mount visit triggers security debate and alleged PA‑planned violence

Sharon’s Temple Mount visit triggers security debate and alleged PA‑planned violence The passage describes internal Israeli deliberations over Ariel Sharon’s visit to the Temple Mount, mentions senior security officials (Shin Bet chief, interim foreign minister) and a claim that the Palestinian Authority planned violence. While it provides specific names, dates, and conditions, the alleged PA plot is based on an intelligence report without corroborating evidence, limiting its immediate investigative value. However, the involvement of high‑level officials and potential security coordination merits further follow‑up. Key insights: Shin Bet chief Avi Dichter and interim Foreign Minister/Shin Bet Shlomo Ben‑Ami assessed no public‑order risk for Sharon’s visit.; Conditions imposed on the visit: avoid Friday and Sharon not entering the mosques on the Haram.; Ariel Sharon complied and visited on Thursday, 28th (month unspecified).