Under security fears, Jerusalem marks a muted Good Friday

The usually packed Via Dolorosa in Jerusalem’s old city, retracing what tradition holds were Jesus’ final steps, was relatively empty on the day Christians worshippers typically mark Good Friday.

Israeli police were in the old city while clergy and some Christian worshippers were seen praying from time to time at the Via Dolorosa route.

The Patriarchate canceled traditional processions because of safety concerns, and held Masses…