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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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Poland Thwarts Explosive Plot Targeting Canada and U.S.

 

Authorities in Poland have arrested four individuals in connection with an alleged plot to send explosives to Canada and the United States. The suspects were reportedly planning to use courier services to mail the dangerous materials, which were camouflaged to avoid detection.

The National Prosecutor’s Office in Poland revealed that the arrests were made following a detailed investigation into the group’s activities. The parcels, which contained explosives and other hazardous materials, were intercepted before they could be dispatched.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have acknowledged the arrests but have refrained from commenting further to maintain the integrity of the ongoing investigation. This incident highlights the importance of international cooperation in preventing acts of terrorism and ensuring public safety.

Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the full extent of the plot and any additional individuals involved.


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