In a joint statement by the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate, the Custody of the Holy Land, and the Armenian Patriarchate, Christian leaders say they “look forward” to resolving their tax and land disputes with Likud Minister Tzachi Hanegbi, who was appointed to head a government committee on the issue.
“After the constructive intervention of the prime minister, the churches look forward to engaging with Minister Hanegbi, and with all those who love Jerusalem, to ensure that Our Holy City, where our Christian presence continues to face challenges, remains a place where the three monotheistic faiths may live and thrive together,” the statement says.
“Following these recent developments we hereby announce that the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, that is the site of the crucifixion of Our Lord and also of His Resurrection, will be reopened to the pilgrims tomorrow, February 28th, 2018 at 4.00 AM.”
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