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Arrest made after attack on nun in Jerusalem
Israeli police have arrested a man in connection with an attack on a nun in Jerusalem. The incident has raised concerns about rising harassment of Christians in the city. (sources: bbc, aljazeera, ap, middleeasteye, timesofisrael)
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ModernAction Briefing
A man was arrested by Israeli police following an attack on a nun near Jerusalem's Old City. The assault is part of a broader trend of reported harassment against Christians in the area.
- The attack involved a French nun who was pushed and kicked.
- The Greek Orthodox Church has expressed concern over increasing violence against Christians in Jerusalem.
- The arrest follows a warning about the rise in such incidents attributed to Jewish extremists.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing tensions and violence affecting religious communities in Jerusalem.
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