Israeli Police Block Church Leaders From Holy Sepulchre Rites Amid Iran Conflict Security Risks

Israeli police prevented Pierbattista Pizzaballa from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for Palm Sunday Mass.Authorities cited security risks from Iranian missile attacks and inadequate shelter in the narrow alleys of the Old City.Leaders from France and Italy condemned the restriction as a violation of religious freedom while Benjamin Netanyahu promised a partial reopening.This unprecedented closure marks the first time in centuries that religious heads were barred from performing the traditional liturgy.
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