Israeli Police Block Cardinal, Custos From Entering Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Mar 30, 2026 - 04:00
Israeli Police Block Cardinal, Custos From Entering Church of the Holy Sepulchre
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Light shines over the Edicule, traditionally believed to be the burial site of Jesus Christ, at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in the Old City of Jerusalem, during the Orthodox Good Friday on May 3, 2024.

Police stopped the two church leaders on their way as they were proceeding privately “without any ceremonial or liturgical manifestations,” and forced them to turn back.