US Sen. Chris Van Hollen on Wednesday called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over what he described as a pattern of violence and pressure targeting Christian communities in the region, urging stronger action beyond statements of concern, Anadolu reports. In a video message posted on US social media platform X, Van Hollen referenced remarks by Netanyahu, who had said he was “saddened” by images showing an Israeli soldier defacing a statue of Jesus Christ in southern Lebanon. The Israeli army confirmed that one of its soldiers damaged a Christian religious symbol during operations in southern Lebanon. Netanyahu condemned the incident early Monday, claiming Israel “respects all religions.” Van Hollen questioned whether that concern extended more broadly. “The Prime Minister […]

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