Report by Tucker Carlson: Persecution of Christians in the Holy Land and the contrast between Israel and Jordan

Renowned American journalist Tucker Carlson has drawn attention to the complex situation of Christians in the Holy Land in a new report, arguing that their persecution is increasing in U.S.-funded Israel, while in neighboring Muslim Jordan, Christians are thriving and feel safer.

As reported by Helleniscope, Tucker Carlson presented an in-depth study of the current realities for Christians whose families have lived in the Holy Land since the beginning of Christianity. The purpose of the report, filmed at one of Christianity’s holiest sites — by the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized — is not to discuss foreign policy or theology in the abstract, but to provide first-hand testimonies from people who have directly experienced the issues described.

In his investigation, Carlson points out a disturbing trend: the number of Christians in Israel, a country that receives significant U.S. funding, is declining to record lows. It is noted that their property is being confiscated and they are subjected to various forms of persecution. Among the topics touched upon are the increase in Jewish extremism in Jerusalem, the difficulty for Christians to visit holy sites in Israel, and incidents such as the eight times Israel bombed a Christian hospital in Gaza.

In contrast, Carlson’s report highlights the very different situation in Jordan, a predominantly Muslim country. According to the study, Christians are among the wealthiest people here, and the King of Jordan even funds Christian shrines. It is noted that Christians feel safer in Jordan than in Israel, despite regional challenges such as the influx of refugees and energy shortages.

The evidence gathered by Carlson raises uncomfortable questions about the impact of international decisions on the lives of communities whose history in these lands spans millennia. The report calls on the international community to reflect on the consequences of inaction and silence in the face of such challenges.

Recall, earlier we reported that Israeli President Yitzhak Herzog expressed serious concern about the mass exodus of young Christian families from the country and called for increased protection of Christian communities and their sanctuaries in the Holy Land. The announcement was made on January 12 at the annual Christmas and New Year’s reception for representatives of Christian denominations held at the presidential residence in Jerusalem.