March 18, 2026 : A pilgrimage during Lent in Jerusalem is more than a journey—it is a step into the heart of Christ’s Passion. As conflict continues to impact the region, many Christians are asking whether it is still possible and safe to visit the Holy Land. Yaron Sideman, Israel's ambassador to the Holy See, and Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, discussed the situation for pilgrims and the Vatican’s unique role in promoting peace in a region sacred to all of the Abrahamic religions, in this EWTN report.
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