The Christian Community in Gaza 🧵
1/ Gaza’s Christian community, though small, has a rich history and deep ties to the region. But since Israel’s genocide, this community has faced devastating losses. Here's how 👇
1/ Gaza’s Christian community, though small, has a rich history and deep ties to the region. But since Israel’s genocide, this community has faced devastating losses. Here's how 👇
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Israel’s invasion has killed 3% of Gaza’s Christian population—an alarming statistic for a community that numbers only around 1,200 people in a population of 2.4 million.
These deaths highlight the disproportionate toll on Gaza’s smallest and most vulnerable communities
At least 3 historic churches have been damaged or destroyed in Israeli airstrikes.
⛪ Church of Saint Porphyrius: Gaza’s oldest church, bombed while sheltering ~500 civilians, killing over 18.
⛪ Jabalia Byzantine Church: A 1,500-year-old site completely destroyed, erasing a vital piece of Christian heritage.