In Pics: For first time since IS defeat, 19th century church celebrates mass in Iraq
Authored By Gandharv Walia
Published: Apr 30, 2022, 04:36 IST | Updated: Apr 30, 2022, 04:36 IST
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From the top
Christian worshippers attend mass at the Syriac Catholic Church of Saint Thomas in Iraq's northern city of Mosul on Saturday.
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Majestic
Priests led the mass at the Syriac Catholic Church of Mar Tuma (Saint Thomas) in Mosul on Saturday.
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Moment to remember
The mass is being celebrated at church in presence of worshippers.
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We are back
Several Christian worshippers including women and children attend the mass.
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Signs of oppression
A worshipper walks beneath a wall inscription, which was left by fighters of the Islamic State (IS) group, as she arrives to attend mass at the church.
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