Palm Sunday
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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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Palm Sunday 2026: A Holy Week Marked by Converging Traditions
As Palm Sunday marks the start of Holy Week 2026, the calendar creates a rare intersection with the Jewish festival of Passover, inviting deeper reflection on the shared roots of these observances.
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Russia’s Palm Sunday Attack on Ukraine Sparks Global Outrage
A Russian missile strike on Sumy, Ukraine, killed 34 people on Palm Sunday, triggering global condemnation and calls for increased pressure on Moscow.
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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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Pope Francis Makes Surprise Visit to Basilica Ahead of Holy Week
Pope Francis, still recovering from pneumonia, visited Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome to pray before the Virgin Mary icon on the eve of Holy Week.