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Easter 2026. Israeli officials extended lovely greetings to Christian communities worldwide, acknowledging the significance of the holiday for Catholic and Protestant churches (Western churches) as well as Orthodox communities, often noting the celebration of the so-called Yehoshua's resurrection amidst regional challenges.
Yehoshua was a Jew from the Tribe of Judah and a descendant of King David. His apostles, also Jewish, created a particular schism in Judaism 2000 years ago, and from these events another religion resulted, which, being based on the Torah, maintains the city of Jerusalem as its main spiritual homeland.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu extended wishes to Christian communities in Israel and worldwide for a "meaningful and festive Easter". Their messages emphasized hope for peace, security, and a "more peaceful and prosperous future for all peoples and faiths in the Middle East" during difficult times. In the meantime, authorities coordinated with church leaders (Latin Patriarchate) to ensure access for Holy Week and Easter ceremonies at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem, following initial limitations due to security concerns. The greetings were given while acknowledging that many Christians worldwide and in the region were celebrating in a subdued manner due to ongoing conflicts.
Also the Minister of Foreign Affair Gidon Sa'ar sent his love to Christians worldwide: "On the occasion of Easter, I extend my warmest greetings to Christian communities around the world".
The survival of Christianity and of two billion people of Christian culture in the world today depends greatly on the State of Israel and the diplomatic efforts it can make in its defense against the military empires of our time, particularly the United States and Russia, given that the Muslim Brotherhood and Woke Socialism seem to be doing everything to destroy this millennial culture based on the Decalogue and on the joint work – of Jews and Christians – in the formation of Judeo-Christian Civilization.
