"This incident is a grave precedent, and disregard the sensibilities of billions of people around the world who, during this week, look to Jerusalem."
"The Old City and the holy sites constitute a complex area that does not allow access for large emergency and rescue vehicles, which significantly challenges response capabilities."
"It's a very, very sacred day for Christians, and in our opinion, there was no justification for this decision."
Israeli police prevented Catholic leaders from celebrating Palm Sunday at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for the first time in centuries, citing security concerns related to the ongoing war with Iran. Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa and another leader were turned away despite attempting to proceed privately. The Latin Patriarchate condemned the police's actions as a grave precedent and unreasonable, emphasizing the significance of the day for Christians. All holy sites in Jerusalem's Old City have been closed to worshippers since the war began, raising concerns about access and safety.
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