The Franciscan Entrance,
The Pope's Visit to Jerusalem
In 2009, Pope Benedict XVI visited Israel in a historic event that required comprehensive planning and production led by government ministries and state authorities. During the visit, ceremonies and events were held in Jerusalem, Nazareth, and other sites, accompanied by unprecedented security of approximately 80,000 security forces personnel in "Operation White Robe." The production included complex logistics such as state ceremonies, flying the Pope and his entourage, a mass gathering at Mount Precipice in Nazareth, and protocol management. The event was funded with an unprecedented budget with meticulous preparation by all involved parties. The visit marked an important milestone in international relations and world-scale event planning.
