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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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Nova Scotia Community Rallies as Search Continues for Missing Childre

Authorities and volunteers are tirelessly searching for two young children who went missing in a remote wooded area of Pictou County. The siblings, last seen near their home, have prompted a widespread search effort involving local residents, police, and emergency response teams.  

Search crews have deployed drones, tracking dogs, and ground teams to comb the dense forest for signs of the children. Despite difficult terrain and changing weather conditions, rescuers remain hopeful and determined.  

Local community members have come together to support the search, offering food, shelter, and assistance to those involved. Officials urge anyone with information to come forward and encourage residents to remain vigilant.  

Authorities emphasize that time is critical and are calling on the public to stay informed and lend support as efforts continue.  


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