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Francesco Ielpo
PersonFrancesco Ielpo, head of Franciscans in Holy Land, was blocked from Palm Sunday Mass at Holy Sepulchre by Israeli police.
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Francesco Ielpo is the head of the Franciscans for the Holy Land (Custode of the Holy Land). He is in the news because, along with Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, the Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, he was prevented by Israeli police from accessing the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to celebrate Palm Sunday Mass on March 29, 2026. This marks a historically unprecedented event, as it is reported to be the first time in centuries that such access has been denied. The incident has sparked international outrage, with Italy summoning the Israeli ambassador to demand explanations. The denial of access is seen as a significant offense to Christians and has raised concerns about religious freedom and access to holy sites in Jerusalem.
Last updated: March 29, 2026
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