Thousands in Jerusalem for Orthodox Easter 'Holy Fire' rite
The church is in Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem, and for the second consecutive year Israeli police had told church leaders access would be considerably restricted.
Jerusalem church slams Israel's 'heavy-handed' Easter curbs
Limiting church attendance to 1,800 people compared to 10,000 in the past is a necessary safety precaution, police say.
Mother and sisters arrested in suspected terror plot in southern France
They are alleged to have been planning to attack a church over the Easter holiday.
Sarawak Christians flock online for Good Friday, Easter
Health SOPs keep physical congregations skeletal but not everyone has the internet access needed to follow church services online.
Pope says Satan taking advantage of coronavirus pandemic to sow discord
Italy is in the middle of another national lockdown, due to end after Easter.
Mexico finds 60% more Covid-19 deaths than thought
The country risks a new wave of infections as millions prepare for the upcoming Easter holidays.
