Christians in middle east

Patriarch Theophilos III, Trump to discuss protection of Christians, freedom of worship

The Patriarch will also be making an official visit to Greece and an expected visit to Russia in the coming week as part of this broader effort to support Christian communities.

JUNE 4, 2026|ByDANIELLE GREYMAN-KENNARD

Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III takes part in Holy Thursday ceremonies at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem's Old City, on April 9, 2026.

‘We were taught to love each other, not to hate. Christians are a peaceful community,’ says Naji Mansour, owner of Mansour Money Change in the Old City.

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'I refuse to hide my cross': Jerusalem's Christians describe a climate of fear

Clergy, residents, and business owners say assaults against Christians in Jerusalem are becoming more frequent – and more tolerated

MAY 21, 2026|ByDANA BEN-SHIMON

PRESIDENT’S ROOM with Dormition Abbey in the background.

WATCH: Israel Police arrest man for attacking nun near King David's Tomb

On Tuesday, police received reports of a nun being attacked at King David's Tomb in Jerusalem. A 36-year-old man was arrested in connection with the case and is being questioned for racist assault.

APRIL 29, 2026|ByCORINNE BAUM, TZVI JASPER

The essential position of head of the National Information Directorate has been vacant since May 2024. The directorate is responsible for shaping the Israeli hasbara (public diplomacy) response in all fields.

No plan, director, or strategy: Israel's hasbara breakdown and how it can be saved - analysis

The collapse of Israel’s public diplomacy is now a national security threat – but it can still be fixed.

MARCH 4, 2026|ByAKIVA TOR, OFIR DAYAN

Gunmen attack Christians near Ramallah after dispute involving PA official

According to some eyewitnesses, the gunmen who ran amok in Jifna were Fatah activists from the Al-Am'ari refugee camp.

APRIL 27, 2019ByKHALED ABU TOAMEH

Palestinian rioters in clashes near Ramallah (REUTERS/Mohamad Torokman)

Easter, Good Friday celebrated in Jerusalem - watch

The ceremonial lighting of the "holy fire" took place at the historic church.

APRIL 21, 2019ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Christian worshippers attend Easter Sunday Mass in Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulcher Church April 21, 2019

Ancient Christian manuscripts digitized at monastery beneath Mount Sinai

The monastery lies at the foot of Mount Sinai, by tradition the site where Moses received the Ten Commandments.

APRIL 17, 2019ByREUTERS

Tourists watch the sunrise and pray outside a church on the summit of Mount Moses, near the city of Saint Catherine, in the Sinai Peninsula, south of Egypt, December 9, 2015

Iran’s furtive occupation of Iraq’s Christian communities

Will the Middle East’s shattered Christian villages, towns and cities somehow retain their religious and cultural heritage – which dates back to the first century?

MARCH 20, 2019ByLELA GILBERT

A SECURITY forces member stands atop a church in Bartella

Fr. Hampartzoum of the Armenian Patriarchate in Jerusalem passes away

His last position was that of Chief Dragoman, the word means translator and was bestowed on those who could speak Arabic, Turkish, and Persian. As well as European languages.

MARCH 11, 2019ByHAGAY HACOHEN

Lending a helping hand to strangers and sojourners

Why was the Government Christian Forum discontinued?

MARCH 4, 2019ByLELA GILBERT

Encouraging new season for Christians in Mideast

The media are largely missing this historic development, but it’s worth taking a closer look.

JANUARY 21, 2019ByJOEL CLEO GIOSUÈ ROSENBERG

Jordanians attend a mass that was held at the Catholic Latin Church in the city of Fuheis near Amman, Jordan, December 23, 2018

Armenian Church in Holy Land celebrates latest Christmas in the world

The Armenian Christian community in the Holy Land is the only community to celebrate Christmas on January 18 and 19 due to historical differences with other Orthodox denominations.

JANUARY 20, 2019ByJEREMY SHARON