Israeli Police Block Catholic Patriarch from Entering Holy Sepulchre – Macron Reacts

Israeli police blocked the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem and the head of the Franciscans in the Holy Land from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to conduct the Palm Sunday service, an action described as unprecedented after centuries. The Latin Patriarchate condemned the action, emphasizing that it is a serious violation and a lack of respect for the religious feelings of billions of people. The Holy Sepulchre remains closed due to the war. The Israeli police's action drew a strong reaction from French President Emmanuel Macron, who condemned the decision that calls into question agreements on the exercise of religious rights.