Palestinian Christian delegation warns EU of growing threat to Christians in Gaza

A delegation from the Higher Presidential Committee for Church Affairs in Palestine warned European Union officials that current Israeli policies pose a serious threat to the survival of the historic Palestinian Christian presence in the region, Wafa news agency reported.

During a meeting in Brussels, organised in cooperation with the Palestinian mission to the EU, Reverend Mitri Raheb highlighted the sharp decline in the Palestinian Christian population and drew attention to the attacks on churches, Christian institutions and educational facilities in Gaza. 

Raheb called on the EU to adopt clearer and more decisive positions in defence of international law, human rights and accountability, adding that protecting the Palestinian Christian community is a moral, humanitarian and international responsibility.