Monks hold Easter prayers in deserted Old City of Jerusalem

Al Jazeera Human InterestNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete April 3, 2026 at 09:16 PM

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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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Via Dolorosa 60% Israel 70% Old City of Jerusalem ×280% Jerusalem ×290%

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easter prayers 90% old city of jerusalem 80% regional war 70% israeli restrictions 70% via dolorosa 60% worshippers 60% mass attendance 50% good friday 50%

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Al Jazeera

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Jerusalem

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