In a poignant display of global Christian unity amid the war and humanitarian crisis sweeping through the Holy Land, His Beatitude Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem received Friday morning Archbishop Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury.

This visit comes at a critical juncture marked by a severe humanitarian crisis following the tragedy at the Anglican Al-Ahli Hospital, also known as the Baptist Hospital, and the recent Israeli Occupation bombing of the Orthodox Church compound in Gaza City.

The warm reception signifies a deep bond among Christians. Archbishop Justin's presence is a powerful symbol of shared Christian solidarity during times of turmoil and conflict.

The Patriarchate of Jerusalem and the Christian communities of the Holy Land have united in a call for an immediate ceasefire and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding all human lives.

The recent Israeli Occupation attack on the Orthodox monastery in Gaza underscores the urgent need to protect churches and their facilities, which often provide refuge to innocent civilians, including women and children who have lost their homes due to airstrikes.