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Cardinal Blocked From Palm Sunday Mass
Israeli police stopped Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa on Sunday. He is the top Catholic leader in Jerusalem, Israel.
Police would not let him enter the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Israel closed holy sites on Sunday, citing safety concerns. World leaders expressed concern about the situation.
Klear Note — Palm Sunday is a major Christian holiday. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is Christianity's holiest site, located in Jerusalem.
Key Terms 3
- Cardinal
- A senior leader in the Catholic Church
- Palm Sunday
- A Christian holy day marking Jesus's arrival in Jerusalem
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- A very important Christian church in Jerusalem, Israel