Overview
- Christians worldwide participated in Palm Sunday celebrations, marking the beginning of Holy Week.
- In East Jerusalem, the traditional Palm Sunday procession was dedicated to expressing solidarity with Gaza amid ongoing conflict.
- Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa highlighted the unity of the Church of Jerusalem with Gaza, emphasizing faith and support despite the war.
- The Israel-Hamas war, which began on Oct. 7, has significantly impacted the region, including a downturn in tourism.
- Despite the conflict, the Palm Sunday celebrations in Jerusalem saw a similar turnout to previous years, with participants praying for peace.