Israeli police block Latin Patriarch from entering Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday mass amid security concerns
Israeli police have blocked the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Palm Sunday mass, marking a significant disruption in a religious tradition that has functioned continuously for centuries. The Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem confirmed the incident occurred as part of heightened security concerns linked to ongoing hostilities stemming from the war in Iran. Reports indicate that the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a pivotal Christian site in Jerusalem, was closed to Catholic leaders this Palm Sunday due to alleged safety considerations communicated by the Israeli police. In a rare move, the police... [Continue Reading]
