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Holy Week Tensions Rise as Israel Blocks Cardinal from Entering Sacred Jerusalem Site

  Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin patriarch of Jerusalem, holds a prayer service to mark Palm Sunday, following the cancellation of the traditional Palm Sunday procession from the Mount of Olives, amid restrictions on gathering in large groups, in Jerusalem, March 29, 2026. Israeli police prevented Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday, prompting widespread criticism from Christian leaders and governments worldwide. Authorities cited security concerns linked to the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran, noting that all holy sites in Jerusalem’s Old City had been temporarily closed due to the threat of missile strikes. The Latin Patriarchate condemned the move as an unprecedented disruption of centuries‑old tradition, marking the first time church leaders were unable to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass at the historic site. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu later stated that the ...
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Beirut Under Siege: Israel’s Expanded Campaign Hits Hard

 

The Lebanese capital, Beirut, has been rocked by heavy airstrikes as Israel expands its military campaign in Lebanon. The strikes have primarily targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut, an area known to be a stronghold of Hezbollah.

Since Friday, Israeli forces have intensified their bombardment, making it difficult for rescue workers to access affected areas. The strikes have caused significant damage and heightened tensions in the region. Lebanese security sources report that the ongoing attacks have hampered efforts to search for survivors and provide aid to those affected.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have stated that their operations are aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah targets, which they claim are embedded within civilian areas. This escalation follows a series of cross-border incidents and rising hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah.

The international community has expressed concern over the increasing violence and its potential to destabilize the region further. Calls for a ceasefire and diplomatic resolution have been growing louder as the situation continues to unfold.


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