Good Friday in Jerusalem’s Old City saw only a handful of worshippers on the Via Dolorosa.
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FRI · 2026-04-03 · 19:16 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0403-51391
NSR-2026-0403-51391News Report·EN·Human Interest
Monks hold Easter prayers in deserted Old City of Jerusalem
In Jerusalem's Old City on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, monks held Easter prayers amidst unusually deserted conditions. Israeli restrictions and regional conflict significantly reduced the number of worshippers able to access the Via Dolorosa.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-04-03 · 19:16 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In Jerusalem's Old City on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, monks held Easter prayers amidst unusually deserted conditions. Israeli restrictions and regional conflict significantly reduced the number of worshippers able to access the Via Dolorosa. Traditional processions were cancelled, and Mass attendance was limited to fewer than 50 people. This contrasted sharply with previous years, when thousands typically participated in the religious observances. The limited access was due to ongoing regional instability and imposed limitations.
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Mass attendance capped at under 50 people.
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Traditional processions were cancelled.
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Good Friday in Jerusalem’s Old City saw only a handful of worshippers on the Via Dolorosa.
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Monks held Easter prayers in deserted Old City of Jerusalem.
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Israeli restrictions and regional war sharply limited access.
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