Jerusalem, Israel
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Philip Phi“Shift in American Right’s Stance on Israel: Iran Deal Highlights Growing Anti-Zionist Sentiment”
In recent developments, a memorandum of understanding announced after US President Donald Trump’s meeting in Versailles on June 17 has been described by some as a capitulation. Chuck...
Jerusalem Statement Against Christian Zionism Raises Concerns Over Political Influence and Church Representation in Holy Land
In a recent development, the Patriarchs and Heads of Churches in the Holy Land, including the Latin Rite Roman Catholic Church, issued a statement condemning “Christian Zionism.” This...
“Global Surge in Antisemitism Post-October 7 Attacks: Examining the Rise and Responses”
In the wake of the Hamas-led attacks on October 7, 2023, the world has witnessed a troubling resurgence of antisemitism, a form of hatred that some describe as...
Rising Anti-Christian Incidents in Jerusalem: Report Highlights Doubling of Attacks, Including Spitting and Assaults, Amidst Calls for Greater Recognition of Christianity in Public Spaces
In the second quarter of 2026, the Religious Freedom Data Center reported a concerning increase in anti-Christian incidents in Israel, with recorded assaults nearly doubling compared to the...
“Report: Attacks Against Christians in Israel Nearly Double, Majority in Jerusalem”
In a concerning trend, attacks against Christians in Israel and its occupied territories have nearly doubled in the first half of 2026, according to a report by the...
“Rise in Religious Harassment: Jewish Extremists Target Nuns in Jerusalem’s Old City”
In Jerusalem’s Old City, a place revered for its sacred sites shared by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, tensions have escalated, casting a shadow over the historical harmony among...
EU Calls Israel’s Barring of Patriarch from Jerusalem Church a Violation of Religious Freedom
The European Union has expressed significant concern over Israel’s decision to prevent the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre during Palm Sunday...
New Israeli Policy Threatens Christian Education and Presence in Jerusalem: Church Leaders Warn of Impact on Historic Schools
A recent policy shift in Jerusalem’s education system is causing significant concern, particularly among Christian communities. The Israeli Ministry of Education’s new directive, effective from September 2026, mandates...
“Israel Imposes 40-Day Ban on Muslim and Christian Worship at Jerusalem’s Holy Sites Amid Security Concerns”
In a significant and unprecedented move, the historic alleyways of Jerusalem’s Old City fell into a forced silence last month, marking the first time in over fifty years...
U.S. Ambassador’s Public Challenge to Jerusalem Churches Sparks Debate on Christian Zionism and Diplomatic Boundaries
In recent developments, a notable diplomatic incident unfolded in Jerusalem, highlighting the complex interplay between faith and foreign policy. U.S. Ambassador Mike Huckabee publicly responded to a letter...
