Jerusalem
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Jerusalem Mayor Lion Presses Ahead With Independence Day Events
Despite regional volatility and widespread cancellations, Jerusalem Mayor Moshe Lion has confirmed the city will proceed with Independence Day festivities, framing the decision as an assertion of civic normalcy.
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Israel bars Catholic cardinal from Jerusalem church, sparking protests
Israeli police denied entry to two Catholic leaders at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Palm Sunday, citing security measures. The Vatican and several nations have protested the decision.
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Ben-Gvir Expands Jerusalem Gun Access Amid Legal Scrutiny
Israel’s National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has significantly widened gun license eligibility in Jerusalem, even as his office faces ongoing investigations into the legality of previous permit approvals.
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Jerusalem Shooting Leaves Five Dead, Sparks Political Tensions
A deadly shooting at Jerusalem’s Ramot Junction left five dead and 12 injured. Israeli authorities are investigating, while political tensions rise.
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Artsakh Flag Held at Jerusalem Church
Armenian clergymen were seen holding the Artsakh flag from a balcony in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem on April 19, 2025, the same day the Holy Fire was lit.
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Armenian Church Celebrates Palm Sunday (Ծաղկազարդ) 2025
The Armenian Apostolic Church today, April 13, 2025, observes Palm Sunday, known as Ծաղկազարդ in Armenian. This significant holiday marks Jesus Christ’s victorious entry into Jerusalem and is also designated as the day for the blessing of children within the…
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Jerusalem Armenian Patriarchate Faces Foreclosure: Urgent Plea Amid Tax Dispute
An in-depth report on the Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem’s urgent appeal against foreclosure, detailing the tax dispute with the Jerusalem Municipality and concerns for Christian heritage.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Visits Church of the Holy Sepulchre: A Historic Visit to Jerusalem
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio made his first official visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, highlighting the importance of religious diplomacy and US-Armenian relations.