The decision stated that the two sites are an integral part of the occupied Palestinian territories and that any unilateral action by the Israeli occupation authorities is to be considered a violation of international law.
The decision expressed deep concern over the ongoing Israeli excavations and archaeological works at the Aqsa Mosque compound in the Old City of occupied Jerusalem and said it would send experts to be stationed in east Jerusalem to report on all aspects covering the architectural, educational, cultural and demographical situation there.
It demanded Israel to facilitate the work of the experts in conformity with UNESCO decisions and conventions.
For his part, Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu launched a scathing attack on the UNESCO decision, describing it as absurd and clinging to his claims that the two mosques are part of Israel's heritage.
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