Can Christians survive in Israel?

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As the world prepares for Easter, many Palestinian Christians are being blocked from reaching their holy sites as Israeli restrictions tighten further amid the war with Iran. Israel has long

restricted access for Palestinian worshippers in Gaza and the occupied West Bank. But this year, access to Jerusalem is severely limited, with site closures imposed and ceremonies cancelled during Holy Week.

On Palm Sunday, senior church leaders were prevented from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the first time in centuries.

For a community that now makes up less than 2% of the population, their presence is under growing strain from Israeli occupation, land loss and settler violence.

So how did Palestinian Christians go from the “living stones” of Christianity to struggling to survive?

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Overview & Key Concepts

Who are Middle East Eye?

Middle East Eye (MEE) is a United Kingdom-based media website and channel that primarily focuses on news related to the Middle East, North Africa, and

the broader Muslim world.

What is Christian?

Christianity is a global religion centered on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, who followers believe is the Son of God. It's a monotheistic

faith, meaning Christians believe in one God who exists in three co-equal persons: God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ), and the Holy Spirit. Christianity is based on the Bible, with the Old Testament and New Testament serving as sacred texts.

What is Israel?

Israel, officially the State of Israel, is a country in the Middle East. Located on the southeastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea and the northern

shore of the Red Sea. It has land borders with Lebanon to the north, Syria to the northeast, Jordan on the east, the Palestinian territories of the West Bank and Gaza Strip to the east and west, respectively, and Egypt to the southwest.

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