Christian schools in Jerusalem threatened by Israeli teacher restrictions
Israeli restrictions on West Bank teachers threaten Christian schools in Jerusalem, affecting over 200 educators and 15 historic institutions.
Christian schools in Jerusalem are facing a growing crisis after Israel moved to restrict West Bank teachers from working in the city. New permit rules have put more than 200 educators at risk across 15 historic church-run institutions, raising fears that some schools could be forced to close due to a shortage of qualified local staff. Church officials warn that the move, which they consider politically motivated, could have wider consequences for the Christian presence in Jerusalem. Affected teachers say the restrictions threaten their livelihoods and ability to access the city. The restrictions follow a 2025 bill targeting Palestinian educators trained in West Bank universities, a justification disputed by those impacted.
