As many as 500 Palestinian worshipers left the Gaza Strip, heading for occupied East Jerusalem to perform Friday prayers in Al Aqsa Mosque, one of Islam’s holiest sites.

They would cross Erez Crossing between the Gaza Strip and Israel.

The crossing, which partially opens on Friday, is being used for individuals but only for humanitarian cases.

Israel said it would ease restrictions on Palestinian travel during Ramadan, adding Palestinians will be able to travel to Al Aqsa Mosque.