Religion has also played a part in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, as well as Israel’s attacks on the Palestinian territories and Lebanon. “As we set our gaze upon him who was crucified for us, we can see a crucified humanity,” the pontiff said. Mostafa Alkharouf/Anadolu via Getty ImagesPalm Sunday commemorates Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem and marks the start of the Christian holy week that leads to his crucifixion on Good Friday and resurrection on Easter Sunday. Francesco Ielpo, from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to conduct mass. The patriarchate said the rejection was the “first time in centuries” that church leaders were prevented from celebrating Palm Sunday at the church, which holds the tomb Christians believe Jesus rose from on Easter.

Source: Huffington Post March 30, 2026 03:44 UTC